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6-Amino-M-Cresol

Korean: 6-아미노-m-크레솔 · CAS 2835-98-5 · Functions: hair dyeing

KR South Korea (MFDS)

No specific rule on file.

EU European Union (CosIng)

Prohibited Annex II/1643

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 6-Amino-M-Cresol 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) : 1.2% * 【화장품 중 최대사용농도】 배합한도 (비산화형 염색제) : 2.4%
AS ASEAN (10 countries)	Restricted	when used as a substance in hair and eyelash dye products

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

Also listed as

6-AMINO-M-CRESOL 6-아미노-m-크레솔

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.