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4-Chloro-2-Aminophenol

Korean: 4-클로로-2-아미노페놀 · CAS 95-85-2 · Functions: hair dyeing

KR South Korea (MFDS)

Prohibited MFDS prohibited ingredients

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

EU European Union (CosIng)

Prohibited Annex II/1219

Source: EU CosIng — Annex II · 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 4-Chloro-2-Aminophenol 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	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 16, 2026

Also listed as

4-CHLORO-2-AMINOPHENOL 4-클로로-2-아미노페놀

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 4-Chloro-2-Aminophenol banned in the European Union?

In the EU's CosIng records it is listed as “Prohibited” (EU CosIng — Annex II).

Is 4-Chloro-2-Aminophenol banned in South Korea?

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

Is 4-Chloro-2-Aminophenol 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 4-Chloro-2-Aminophenol used for in cosmetics?

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

What is 4-Chloro-2-Aminophenol called on Korean labels?

Korea's MFDS standard Korean name is 4-클로로-2-아미노페놀.

What is the CAS number of 4-Chloro-2-Aminophenol?

CAS 95-85-2 (from official records).