Pyrocatechol
A cosmetic ingredient used as hair dyeing in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
1,2-Benzenediol
What does it do?
Pyrocatechol is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Hair dyeing
colours hair, either by depositing pigment on the surface or by chemically altering the hair's natural pigment
EU regulatory status
This ingredient is banned in the European Union.
Pyrocatechol is listed under Annex II of EU Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009 (entry 408), making it prohibited in cosmetic products placed on the EU market.
Frequently asked questions
What is Pyrocatechol?
Pyrocatechol is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 1,2-Benzenediol
Is Pyrocatechol allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
No. Pyrocatechol is banned for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Annex II of Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Pyrocatechol do in cosmetic products?
Pyrocatechol is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: hair dyeing.
What is the CAS number of Pyrocatechol?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Pyrocatechol is 120-80-9.
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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: 15/10/2010