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Annex III Entry 9b 05/08/2019

1-Methyl-2,6-bis-(2-hydroxyethylamino)-benzene

2,6-Dihydroxyethylaminotoluene

Key data

Annex
Entry number
9b

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Record details

INCI glossary name

2,6-Dihydroxyethylaminotoluene

Chemical name

1-Methyl-2,6-bis-(2-hydroxyethylamino)-benzene

Chemical / IUPAC name

1-Methyl-2,6-bis-(2-hydroxyethylamino)-benzene

Other restrictions

As from 3 September 2017, after mixing under oxidative conditions the maximum concentration applied to hair must not exceed 1,0 %

—Do not use with nitrosating agents
—Maximum nitrosamine content: 50 μg/kg
—Keep in nitrite-free containers

Warnings

As from 3 March 2018, to be printed on the label:

The mixing ratio.

Hair colourants 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”.’

Regulatory information

Regulation

(EC) 2009/1223

Annex III 16
Shared product type

1-NAPHTHOL

CAS: 90-15-3
EC: 201-969-4
Annex III 16
Shared product type

1-Naphthol

CAS: 90-15-3
EC: 201-969-4
Annex III 193
Shared product type

ACID RED 52

CAS: 3520-42-1
EC: 222-529-8

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