Allowed in EU

Hc Yellow No. 16

A cosmetic ingredient used as hair dyeing in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

Phenol, 2-chloro-4-[(1E)-2-(1-methyl-1H-pyrazol-5-yl)diazenyl]-

What does it do?

Hc Yellow No. 16 is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Hair dyeing

    colours hair, either by depositing pigment on the surface or by chemically altering the hair's natural pigment

EU regulatory status

Hc Yellow No. 16 is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the European Union under Regulation 1223/2009. It is not subject to a specific Annex restriction at the time of writing.

Frequently asked questions

What is Hc Yellow No. 16?

Hc Yellow No. 16 is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Phenol, 2-chloro-4-[(1E)-2-(1-methyl-1H-pyrazol-5-yl)diazenyl]-

Is Hc Yellow No. 16 allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Hc Yellow No. 16 is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Hc Yellow No. 16 do in cosmetic products?

Hc Yellow No. 16 is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: hair dyeing.

What is the CAS number of Hc Yellow No. 16?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Hc Yellow No. 16 is 1184721-10-5.

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Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 10/09/2018