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2-Amino-5- Ethylphenol HCl

Korean: 2-아미노-5-에틸페놀에이치씨엘 · Functions: hair dyeing

KR South Korea (MFDS)

No specific rule on file.

EU European Union (CosIng)

Restricted Annex III/269

Conditions: Product type: Hair dye substance in oxidative hair dye products After mixing under oxidative conditions the maximum concentration applied to hair must not exceed 1,0 %

Required label warning: To be printed on the label: The mixing ratio. “ Hair colorants can cause severe allergic reactions. Read and follow instructions. This product is not intended for use on persons under the age of 16. Temporary ‘black henna’ tattoos may increase your risk of allergy. Do not colour your hair if: — you have a rash on your face or sensitive, irritated and damaged scalp, — you have ever experienced any reaction after colouring your hair, — you have experienced a reaction to a temporary ‘black henna’ tattoo in the past."

Source: EU CosIng — Annex III · checked Oct 16, 2026

US United States (FDA)

No specific rule on file. The FDA regulates few cosmetic ingredients by name; no rule does not mean approval.

Other markets

How 2-Amino-5- Ethylphenol HCl is treated in 1 more market, from the overseas cosmetic regulation database compiled by Korea's MFDS. Always confirm with the regulator of that country before selling there.

MarketStatusConditions
AS ASEAN (10 countries)Restricted MFDS summary (Korean): * 【Restrictions】 Field of application and/or use : Hair dye substance in oxidative hair dye products * 제한 【사용 범위】 : 산화형 염모제에 염색 성분으로 눈썹이나 속눈썹의 염색은 사용금지 * 【Restrictions】 Other limitations and requirements : (a) After mixing under oxidative conditions the maximum concentration applied to hair...

Source: MFDS cosmetic ingredient use restrictions — overseas regulations · checked Oct 16, 2026

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2-Amino-5- Ethylphenol HCl 2-아미노-5-에틸페놀에이치씨엘

Information only, not medical advice. Rules change — always check the linked official source. If you are pregnant, have a skin condition or allergies, ask a dermatologist or pharmacist.

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