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2-Aminomethyl-p-aminophenol and its HCl salts

Korean: 2-아미노메틸-p-아미노페놀 및 그 염산염 · CAS 79352-72-0 ·

KR South Korea (MFDS)

Prohibited MFDS prohibited ingredients

Source: MFDS — cosmetic ingredient use restrictions · checked Oct 17, 2026

EU European Union (CosIng)

No specific rule on file.

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-Aminomethyl-p-aminophenol and its HCl salts is treated in 3 more markets, from the overseas cosmetic regulation database compiled by Korea's MFDS. Always confirm with the regulator of that country before selling there.

Market	Status	Conditions
CN China	Prohibited	—
AS ASEAN (10 countries)	Prohibited only in certain forms or uses	MFDS summary (Korean): when used as a substance in hair dye products^염모제로 사용되는 경우에 한함
TW Taiwan	Prohibited	—

Source: MFDS cosmetic ingredient use restrictions — overseas regulations · checked Oct 17, 2026

Also listed as

2-Aminomethyl-p-aminophenol and its HCl salts 2-아미노메틸-p-아미노페놀 및 그 염산염

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.

Frequently asked questions

Is 2-Aminomethyl-p-aminophenol and its HCl salts banned in the European Union?

We found no specific rule for it in the EU's CosIng records. That is not an approval or a safety statement.

Is 2-Aminomethyl-p-aminophenol and its HCl salts banned in South Korea?

In Korea's MFDS records it is listed as “Prohibited” (MFDS — cosmetic ingredient use restrictions).

Is 2-Aminomethyl-p-aminophenol and its HCl salts allowed in cosmetics in the U.S.?

We found no specific rule for it in the FDA's records. That is not an approval or a safety statement.

What is 2-Aminomethyl-p-aminophenol and its HCl salts called on Korean labels?

Korea's MFDS standard Korean name is 2-아미노메틸-p-아미노페놀 및 그 염산염.

What is the CAS number of 2-Aminomethyl-p-aminophenol and its HCl salts?

CAS 79352-72-0 (from official records).