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2-Chloro-p-Phenylenediamine

Korean: 2-클로로-p-페닐렌다이아민 · Functions: hair dyeing

KR South Korea (MFDS)

No specific rule on file.

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-Chloro-p-Phenylenediamine is treated in 2 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	Restricted	MFDS summary (Korean): * 【화장품 중 최대사용농도】 배합한도 (산화형 염색제) : 0.05% * 【화장품 중 최대사용농도】 배합한도 (비산화형 염색제) : 0.1%
AS ASEAN (10 countries)	Restricted	MFDS summary (Korean): when used as a substance in hair dye products^염모제로 사용되는 경우에 한함

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

Also listed as

2-Chloro-p-Phenylenediamine 2-클로로-p-페닐렌다이아민

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-Chloro-p-Phenylenediamine 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-Chloro-p-Phenylenediamine banned in South Korea?

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

Is 2-Chloro-p-Phenylenediamine 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-Chloro-p-Phenylenediamine used for in cosmetics?

The EU's CosIng inventory lists its functions as: hair dyeing.

What is 2-Chloro-p-Phenylenediamine called on Korean labels?

Korea's MFDS standard Korean name is 2-클로로-p-페닐렌다이아민.