Pyrogallol
A cosmetic ingredient used as hair dyeing in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
1,2,3-Benzenetriol
What does it do?
Pyrogallol 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.
Pyrogallol is listed under Annex II of EU Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009 (entry 409), making it prohibited in cosmetic products placed on the EU market.
Frequently asked questions
What is Pyrogallol?
Pyrogallol is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 1,2,3-Benzenetriol
Is Pyrogallol allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
No. Pyrogallol is banned for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Annex II of Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Pyrogallol do in cosmetic products?
Pyrogallol is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: hair dyeing.
What is the CAS number of Pyrogallol?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Pyrogallol is 87-66-1.
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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