India cosmetic ingredient regulations
Cosmetics Rules and gazette updates are authoritative; some standards may require separate access.
- Regulator
- Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation
- Source language
- English and Hindi
- Coverage version
- Cosmetics Rules 2020 plus current BIS IS 4707 parts (1:2020, 2:2025, 3:2025, 4:2022)
Official ingredient records
1931 matching records2-Amino-1,2-bis(4-methoxyphenyl)ethanol and its salts (CAS No. 530-34-7)
CAS 530-34-7
IS 4707 Part 2:2025 Annex A lists this ingredient as one that must not form part of a cosmetic product in India.
Conditions: Must not form part of the composition of cosmetic products. Apply the general trace and safety notes published after Annex A.
Source:IS 4707 (Part 2):2025 Annex A, entry 29 · version IS 4707 (Part 2):2025, fifth revision · effective Aug. 9, 2025 · source checked 2026-08-31
2-Amino-3-nitrophenol (CAS No. 603-85-0) and its salts, when used as a substance in hair dye products
CAS 603-85-0 · EC 210-060-1
IS 4707 Part 2:2025 Annex A lists this ingredient as one that must not form part of a cosmetic product in India.
Conditions: Must not form part of the composition of cosmetic products. Apply the general trace and safety notes published after Annex A.
Source:IS 4707 (Part 2):2025 Annex A, entry 1290 · version IS 4707 (Part 2):2025, fifth revision · effective Aug. 9, 2025 · source checked 2026-08-31
2-Amino-4,6-dinitrophenol and 2-amino-4,6-dinitrophe- nol, sodium salt Picramic acid and sodium picramate (CAS No.: 96-91-3 and 831-52-7)
CAS 96-91-3; 831-52-7 · EC 202-544-6
IS 4707 Part 2:2025 Annex B permits this ingredient only subject to the stated fields of use, limits, requirements and label warnings.
Conditions: Field of application/use: a)Hair dye substance in oxidative hair dye products; and b)Hair dye substance in non-oxidative hair dye products. | Maximum authorised concentration: (b) 0.6 percent | Other limitations/requirements: a)After mixing under oxidative conditions the maximum concentration applied to hair must not exceed 0.6 percent. | Label conditions/warnings: a)To be printed on the label: The mixing ratio. “Hair colorants 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: 1)you have a rash on your face or sensitive, irritated and damaged scalp 2)you have ever experienced any reaction after colouring your hair; and 3)you have experienced a reaction to a temporary ‘black henna’ tattoo in the past.”
Source:IS 4707 (Part 2):2025 Annex B, entry 281 · version IS 4707 (Part 2):2025, fifth revision · effective Aug. 9, 2025 · source checked 2026-08-31
2-Amino-4-nitrophenol (CAS No. 99-57-0)
CAS 99-57-0 · EC 202-767-9
IS 4707 Part 2:2025 Annex A lists this ingredient as one that must not form part of a cosmetic product in India.
Conditions: Must not form part of the composition of cosmetic products. Apply the general trace and safety notes published after Annex A.
Source:IS 4707 (Part 2):2025 Annex A, entry 379 · version IS 4707 (Part 2):2025, fifth revision · effective Aug. 9, 2025 · source checked 2026-08-31
2-Amino-5-nitrophenol (CAS No. 121-88-0)
CAS 121-88-0
IS 4707 Part 2:2025 Annex A lists this ingredient as one that must not form part of a cosmetic product in India.
Conditions: Must not form part of the composition of cosmetic products. Apply the general trace and safety notes published after Annex A.
Source:IS 4707 (Part 2):2025 Annex A, entry 380 · version IS 4707 (Part 2):2025, fifth revision · effective Aug. 9, 2025 · source checked 2026-08-31
2-Amino-6- chloro-4- nitrophenol (CAS No. 6358-09-4)
CAS 6358-09-4 · EC 228-762-1
IS 4707 Part 2:2025 Annex B permits this ingredient only subject to the stated fields of use, limits, requirements and label warnings.
Conditions: Field of application/use: a)Hair dye substance in oxidative hair dye products (b) Hair dye substance in non- oxidative hair dye products | Maximum authorised concentration: (b) 2.0 percent | Other limitations/requirements: a)After mixing under oxidative conditions the maximum concentration applied to hair must not exceed 2.0 percent. | Label conditions/warnings: a)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: 1)you have a rash on your face or sensitive, irritated and damaged scalp 2)you have ever experienced any reaction after colouring your hair 3)you have experienced a reaction to a temporary “black henna” tattoo in the past. b)Hair colorants 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: 1)you have a rash on your face or sensitive, irritated and damaged scalp 2)you have ever has experienced any reaction after colouring your hair; and 3)you have experienced a reaction to a temporary “black henna” tattoo in the past.
Source:IS 4707 (Part 2):2025 Annex B, entry 229 · version IS 4707 (Part 2):2025, fifth revision · effective Aug. 9, 2025 · source checked 2026-08-31
2-Aminomethyl- -aminophenol and its HCl salt, when used as a substance in hair dye products (CAS p No. 79352-72-0)
CAS 79352-72-0
IS 4707 Part 2:2025 Annex A lists this ingredient as one that must not form part of a cosmetic product in India.
Conditions: Must not form part of the composition of cosmetic products. Apply the general trace and safety notes published after Annex A.
Source:IS 4707 (Part 2):2025 Annex A, entry 1203 · version IS 4707 (Part 2):2025, fifth revision · effective Aug. 9, 2025 · source checked 2026-08-31
2-Aminophenol (o-aminophenol; CI 76520) and its salts (CAS No. 95-55-6/67845-79-8/51-19-4)
CAS 95-55-6; 67845-79-8; 51-19-4 · EC 202-431-1
IS 4707 Part 2:2025 Annex A lists this ingredient as one that must not form part of a cosmetic product in India.
Conditions: Must not form part of the composition of cosmetic products. Apply the general trace and safety notes published after Annex A.
Source:IS 4707 (Part 2):2025 Annex A, entry 1345 · version IS 4707 (Part 2):2025, fifth revision · effective Aug. 9, 2025 · source checked 2026-08-31
2-Aminopyridin-3-ol 2-Amino-3- Hydroxypyri- dine (CAS No. 16867-03-1)
CAS 16867-03-1 · EC 240-886-8
IS 4707 Part 2:2025 Annex B permits this ingredient only subject to the stated fields of use, limits, requirements and label warnings.
Conditions: Field of application/use: a)Hair dye substance in oxidative hair dye products; and b)Products intended for colouring eyelashes. | Other limitations/requirements: a)After mixing under oxidative conditions the maximum concentration applied to hair must not exceed 1.0 percent b)After mixing under oxidative conditions the maximum concentration applied to hair must not exceed 0.5 percent; and c)Professional use | Label conditions/warnings: a)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: 1)you have a rash on your face or sensitive, irritated and damaged scalp 2)you have ever experienced any reaction after colouring your hair and 3)you have experienced a reaction to a temporary “black henna” tattoo in the past. b)To be printed on the label: The mixing ratio. The product 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. Eyelashes shall not be coloured, if the consumer: 1)has a rash on the face or sensitive, irritated and damaged scalp 2)has experienced any reaction after colouring your hair or eyelashes and 3)has experienced a reaction to a temporary “black henna” tattoo in the past. ‘For professional use only. Rinse eyes immediately if product comes into contact with them.
Source:IS 4707 (Part 2):2025 Annex B, entry 239 · version IS 4707 (Part 2):2025, fifth revision · effective Aug. 9, 2025 · source checked 2026-08-31
2-Benzyl-2-dimethylamino- - morpholinobutyrophenone (CAS No. 119313-12-1) 4′
CAS 119313-12-1 · EC 404-360-3
IS 4707 Part 2:2025 Annex A lists this ingredient as one that must not form part of a cosmetic product in India.
Conditions: Must not form part of the composition of cosmetic products. Apply the general trace and safety notes published after Annex A.
Source:IS 4707 (Part 2):2025 Annex A, entry 1361 · version IS 4707 (Part 2):2025, fifth revision · effective Aug. 9, 2025 · source checked 2026-08-31
2-Benzylideneheptanal Amyl cinnamal (CAS No. 122-40-7)
CAS 122-40-7 · EC 204-541-5
IS 4707 Part 2:2025 Annex B permits this ingredient only subject to the stated fields of use, limits, requirements and label warnings.
Conditions: Other limitations/requirements: The presence of the substance must be indicated in the list of ingredients when its concentration exceeds: a)percent in leave on products; and b)percent in rinse off products.
Source:IS 4707 (Part 2):2025 Annex B, entry 66 · version IS 4707 (Part 2):2025, fifth revision · effective Aug. 9, 2025 · source checked 2026-08-31
2-Benzylideneoctanal Hexyl cinnamaldehyde (CAS No. 101-86-0)
CAS 101-86-0 · EC 202-983-3/639-566-4
IS 4707 Part 2:2025 Annex B permits this ingredient only subject to the stated fields of use, limits, requirements and label warnings.
Conditions: Other limitations/requirements: The presence of the substance must be indicated in the list of ingredients when its concentration exceeds: a)0.001 percent in leave on products; and b)0.001 percent in rinse off products.
Source:IS 4707 (Part 2):2025 Annex B, entry 84 · version IS 4707 (Part 2):2025, fifth revision · effective Aug. 9, 2025 · source checked 2026-08-31
2-Bromopropane (CAS No. 75-26-3)
CAS 75-26-3
IS 4707 Part 2:2025 Annex A lists this ingredient as one that must not form part of a cosmetic product in India.
Conditions: Must not form part of the composition of cosmetic products. Apply the general trace and safety notes published after Annex A.
Source:IS 4707 (Part 2):2025 Annex A, entry 634 · version IS 4707 (Part 2):2025, fifth revision · effective Aug. 9, 2025 · source checked 2026-08-31
2-Butanone oxime (CAS No. 96-29-7)
CAS 96-29-7
IS 4707 Part 2:2025 Annex A lists this ingredient as one that must not form part of a cosmetic product in India.
Conditions: Must not form part of the composition of cosmetic products. Apply the general trace and safety notes published after Annex A.
Source:IS 4707 (Part 2):2025 Annex A, entry 1103 · version IS 4707 (Part 2):2025, fifth revision · effective Aug. 9, 2025 · source checked 2026-08-31
2-Butyryl-3-hydroxy-5-thiocyclohexan-3-yl-cyclohex-2-en-1-one (CAS No. 94723-86-1)
CAS 94723-86-1
IS 4707 Part 2:2025 Annex A lists this ingredient as one that must not form part of a cosmetic product in India.
Conditions: Must not form part of the composition of cosmetic products. Apply the general trace and safety notes published after Annex A.
Source:IS 4707 (Part 2):2025 Annex A, entry 1483 · version IS 4707 (Part 2):2025, fifth revision · effective Aug. 9, 2025 · source checked 2026-08-31
2-Chloracetamide (CAS No. 79-07-2)
CAS 79-07-2 · EC 201-174-2
IS 4707 Part 2:2025 Annex A lists this ingredient as one that must not form part of a cosmetic product in India.
Conditions: Must not form part of the composition of cosmetic products. Apply the general trace and safety notes published after Annex A.
Source:IS 4707 (Part 2):2025 Annex A, entry 1391 · version IS 4707 (Part 2):2025, fifth revision · effective Aug. 9, 2025 · source checked 2026-08-31
2-Chloro-5-nitro-N-hydroxyethyl-p-phenylenediamine (CAS No. 50610-28-1) and its salts, when used as a substance in hair dye products
CAS 50610-28-1 · EC 256-652-3
IS 4707 Part 2:2025 Annex A lists this ingredient as one that must not form part of a cosmetic product in India.
Conditions: Must not form part of the composition of cosmetic products. Apply the general trace and safety notes published after Annex A.
Source:IS 4707 (Part 2):2025 Annex A, entry 1291 · version IS 4707 (Part 2):2025, fifth revision · effective Aug. 9, 2025 · source checked 2026-08-31
2-Chloro-6-fluoro-phenol (CAS No. 2040-90-6)
CAS 2040-90-6
IS 4707 Part 2:2025 Annex A lists this ingredient as one that must not form part of a cosmetic product in India.
Conditions: Must not form part of the composition of cosmetic products. Apply the general trace and safety notes published after Annex A.
Source:IS 4707 (Part 2):2025 Annex A, entry 1481 · version IS 4707 (Part 2):2025, fifth revision · effective Aug. 9, 2025 · source checked 2026-08-31
2-Chloro-6-methylpyrimidin-4-yldimethylamine (crimidine-ISO) (CAS No. 535-89-7)
CAS 535-89-7
IS 4707 Part 2:2025 Annex A lists this ingredient as one that must not form part of a cosmetic product in India.
Conditions: Must not form part of the composition of cosmetic products. Apply the general trace and safety notes published after Annex A.
Source:IS 4707 (Part 2):2025 Annex A, entry 82 · version IS 4707 (Part 2):2025, fifth revision · effective Aug. 9, 2025 · source checked 2026-08-31
2-Diethylaminoethyl-3-hydroxy-4-phenylbenzoate and its salts (CAS No. 3572-52-9)
CAS 3572-52-9
IS 4707 Part 2:2025 Annex A lists this ingredient as one that must not form part of a cosmetic product in India.
Conditions: Must not form part of the composition of cosmetic products. Apply the general trace and safety notes published after Annex A.
Source:IS 4707 (Part 2):2025 Annex A, entry 126 · version IS 4707 (Part 2):2025, fifth revision · effective Aug. 9, 2025 · source checked 2026-08-31
2-Ethoxyethanol and its acetate (2-Ethoxyethyl acetate) (CAS No. 110-80-5/111-15-9)
CAS 110-80-5; 111-15-9 · EC 203-804-1
IS 4707 Part 2:2025 Annex A lists this ingredient as one that must not form part of a cosmetic product in India.
Conditions: Must not form part of the composition of cosmetic products. Apply the general trace and safety notes published after Annex A.
Source:IS 4707 (Part 2):2025 Annex A, entry 656 · version IS 4707 (Part 2):2025, fifth revision · effective Aug. 9, 2025 · source checked 2026-08-31
2-Ethylhexanoic acid (CAS No. 149-57-5)
CAS 149-57-5
IS 4707 Part 2:2025 Annex A lists this ingredient as one that must not form part of a cosmetic product in India.
Conditions: Must not form part of the composition of cosmetic products. Apply the general trace and safety notes published after Annex A.
Source:IS 4707 (Part 2):2025 Annex A, entry 1006 · version IS 4707 (Part 2):2025, fifth revision · effective Aug. 9, 2025 · source checked 2026-08-31
2-Ethylhexyl 10-ethyl-4,4-dimethyl-7-oxo-8-oxa-3,5-dithia-4-stannatetradecanoate (CAS No. 57583-35-4).
CAS 57583-35-4
IS 4707 Part 2:2025 Annex A lists this ingredient as one that must not form part of a cosmetic product in India.
Conditions: Must not form part of the composition of cosmetic products. Apply the general trace and safety notes published after Annex A.
Source:IS 4707 (Part 2):2025 Annex A, entry 1570 · version IS 4707 (Part 2):2025, fifth revision · effective Aug. 9, 2025 · source checked 2026-08-31
2-Ethylhexyl 10-ethyl-4,4-dioctyl-7-oxo-8-oxa-3,5-dithia-4-stannatetradecanoate (CAS No. 15571-58-1)
CAS 15571-58-1
IS 4707 Part 2:2025 Annex A lists this ingredient as one that must not form part of a cosmetic product in India.
Conditions: Must not form part of the composition of cosmetic products. Apply the general trace and safety notes published after Annex A.
Source:IS 4707 (Part 2):2025 Annex A, entry 1559 · version IS 4707 (Part 2):2025, fifth revision · effective Aug. 9, 2025 · source checked 2026-08-31
2-Ethylhexyl 10-ethyl-4-[[2-[(2-ethylhexyl)oxy]-2-oxoethyl]thio]-4-methyl-7-oxo-8-oxa-3,5-dithia-4- stannatetradecanoate (CAS No. 57583-34-3)
CAS 57583-34-3
IS 4707 Part 2:2025 Annex A lists this ingredient as one that must not form part of a cosmetic product in India.
Conditions: Must not form part of the composition of cosmetic products. Apply the general trace and safety notes published after Annex A.
Source:IS 4707 (Part 2):2025 Annex A, entry 1558 · version IS 4707 (Part 2):2025, fifth revision · effective Aug. 9, 2025 · source checked 2026-08-31
2-Ethylhexyl-2-ethylhexanoate (CAS No. 7425-14-1)
CAS 7425-14-1 · EC 231-057-1
IS 4707 Part 2:2025 Annex A lists this ingredient as one that must not form part of a cosmetic product in India.
Conditions: Must not form part of the composition of cosmetic products. Apply the general trace and safety notes published after Annex A.
Source:IS 4707 (Part 2):2025 Annex A, entry 1495 · version IS 4707 (Part 2):2025, fifth revision · effective Aug. 9, 2025 · source checked 2026-08-31
2-Ethylhexyl[[[3,5-bis(1,1-dimethylethyl)-4-hydroxyphenyl]-methyl]thio] acetate (CAS No. 80387-97-9)
CAS 80387-97-9
IS 4707 Part 2:2025 Annex A lists this ingredient as one that must not form part of a cosmetic product in India.
Conditions: Must not form part of the composition of cosmetic products. Apply the general trace and safety notes published after Annex A.
Source:IS 4707 (Part 2):2025 Annex A, entry 668 · version IS 4707 (Part 2):2025, fifth revision · effective Aug. 9, 2025 · source checked 2026-08-31
2-Ethylphenylhydrazine hydrochloride (CAS No. 19398-06-2).
CAS 19398-06-2
IS 4707 Part 2:2025 Annex A lists this ingredient as one that must not form part of a cosmetic product in India.
Conditions: Must not form part of the composition of cosmetic products. Apply the general trace and safety notes published after Annex A.
Source:IS 4707 (Part 2):2025 Annex A, entry 1517 · version IS 4707 (Part 2):2025, fifth revision · effective Aug. 9, 2025 · source checked 2026-08-31
2-Furaldehyde Furfural CAS No. 98-01-1
CAS 98-01-1 · EC 202-627-7
IS 4707 Part 2:2025 Annex B permits this ingredient only subject to the stated fields of use, limits, requirements and label warnings.
Conditions: Maximum authorised concentration: 0.001 percent
Source:IS 4707 (Part 2):2025 Annex B, entry 307 · version IS 4707 (Part 2):2025, fifth revision · effective Aug. 9, 2025 · source checked 2026-08-31
2-Hexylidene cyclopen- tanone (CAS No. 17373-89-6)
CAS 17373-89-6 · EC 241-411-7
IS 4707 Part 2:2025 Annex B permits this ingredient only subject to the stated fields of use, limits, requirements and label warnings.
Conditions: Field of application/use: a)Oral products; and b)Other products. | Maximum authorised concentration: b)0.06 percent
Source:IS 4707 (Part 2):2025 Annex B, entry 172 · version IS 4707 (Part 2):2025, fifth revision · effective Aug. 9, 2025 · source checked 2026-08-31
2-Methoxyethanol and its acetate (2-Methoxyethyl acetate) (CAS No. 109-86-4/110-49-6)
CAS 109-86-4; 110-49-6 · EC 203-713-7
IS 4707 Part 2:2025 Annex A lists this ingredient as one that must not form part of a cosmetic product in India.
Conditions: Must not form part of the composition of cosmetic products. Apply the general trace and safety notes published after Annex A.
Source:IS 4707 (Part 2):2025 Annex A, entry 655 · version IS 4707 (Part 2):2025, fifth revision · effective Aug. 9, 2025 · source checked 2026-08-31
2-Methoxymethyl- -aminophenol and its HCl salt, when used as a substance in hair dye products (CAS p No. 135043-65-1/29785-47-5)
CAS 135043-65-1; 29785-47-5
IS 4707 Part 2:2025 Annex A lists this ingredient as one that must not form part of a cosmetic product in India.
Conditions: Must not form part of the composition of cosmetic products. Apply the general trace and safety notes published after Annex A.
Source:IS 4707 (Part 2):2025 Annex A, entry 1189 · version IS 4707 (Part 2):2025, fifth revision · effective Aug. 9, 2025 · source checked 2026-08-31
2-Methoxypropanol (CAS No. 1589-47-5)
CAS 1589-47-5
IS 4707 Part 2:2025 Annex A lists this ingredient as one that must not form part of a cosmetic product in India.
Conditions: Must not form part of the composition of cosmetic products. Apply the general trace and safety notes published after Annex A.
Source:IS 4707 (Part 2):2025 Annex A, entry 658 · version IS 4707 (Part 2):2025, fifth revision · effective Aug. 9, 2025 · source checked 2026-08-31
2-Methoxypropyl acetate (CAS No. 70657-70-4)
CAS 70657-70-4
IS 4707 Part 2:2025 Annex A lists this ingredient as one that must not form part of a cosmetic product in India.
Conditions: Must not form part of the composition of cosmetic products. Apply the general trace and safety notes published after Annex A.
Source:IS 4707 (Part 2):2025 Annex A, entry 667 · version IS 4707 (Part 2):2025, fifth revision · effective Aug. 9, 2025 · source checked 2026-08-31
2-Methyl-1-(4-methylthiophenyl)-2-morpholino-propan 1-one (CAS No. 71868-10-5)
CAS 71868-10-5 · EC 400-600-6
IS 4707 Part 2:2025 Annex A lists this ingredient as one that must not form part of a cosmetic product in India.
Conditions: Must not form part of the composition of cosmetic products. Apply the general trace and safety notes published after Annex A.
Source:IS 4707 (Part 2):2025 Annex A, entry 1595 · version IS 4707 (Part 2):2025, fifth revision · effective Aug. 9, 2025 · source checked 2026-08-31
2-Methyl-1-naphthyl acetate 1-Acetoxy-2-Methylnaphth- alene (CAS No. 5697-02-9)
CAS 5697-02-9 · EC 454-690-7
IS 4707 Part 2:2025 Annex B permits this ingredient only subject to the stated fields of use, limits, requirements and label warnings.
Conditions: Field of application/use: Hair dye substance in oxidative hair dye products | Other limitations/requirements: After mixing under oxidative conditions the maximum concentration applied to hair must not exceed 2.0 percent (When both 2-Methyl- 1- Naphthol and 1-Acetoxy-2- Methyl-naphthalene are present in a hair dye formulation, the maximum concentration on the head of 2- Methyl-1-Naphthol should not exceed 2.0 percent.) | Label conditions/warnings: To be printed on the label: The mixing ratio. Hair colorants 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: a)you have a rash on your face or sensitive, irritated and damaged scalp b)you have ever experienced any reaction after colouring your hair and c)you have experienced a reaction to a temporary ‘black henna’ tattoo in the past.
Source:IS 4707 (Part 2):2025 Annex B, entry 240 · version IS 4707 (Part 2):2025, fifth revision · effective Aug. 9, 2025 · source checked 2026-08-31
2-Methyl-5-tert-butylthiophenol (CAS No. 7340-90-1) —
CAS 7340-90-1
IS 4707 Part 2:2025 Annex A lists this ingredient as one that must not form part of a cosmetic product in India.
Conditions: Must not form part of the composition of cosmetic products. Apply the general trace and safety notes published after Annex A.
Source:IS 4707 (Part 2):2025 Annex A, entry 1482 · version IS 4707 (Part 2):2025, fifth revision · effective Aug. 9, 2025 · source checked 2026-08-31
2-Methyl-m-phenylene diisocyanate (toluene 2,6- diisocyanate) (CAS No. 91-08-7)\
CAS 91-08-7
IS 4707 Part 2:2025 Annex A lists this ingredient as one that must not form part of a cosmetic product in India.
Conditions: Must not form part of the composition of cosmetic products. Apply the general trace and safety notes published after Annex A.
Source:IS 4707 (Part 2):2025 Annex A, entry 1097 · version IS 4707 (Part 2):2025, fifth revision · effective Aug. 9, 2025 · source checked 2026-08-31
2-Methylaziridine (CAS No. 75-55-8)
CAS 75-55-8
IS 4707 Part 2:2025 Annex A lists this ingredient as one that must not form part of a cosmetic product in India.
Conditions: Must not form part of the composition of cosmetic products. Apply the general trace and safety notes published after Annex A.
Source:IS 4707 (Part 2):2025 Annex A, entry 713 · version IS 4707 (Part 2):2025, fifth revision · effective Aug. 9, 2025 · source checked 2026-08-31
2-Methylheptylamine and its salts (CAS No. 540-43-2)
CAS 540-43-2
IS 4707 Part 2:2025 Annex A lists this ingredient as one that must not form part of a cosmetic product in India.
Conditions: Must not form part of the composition of cosmetic products. Apply the general trace and safety notes published after Annex A.
Source:IS 4707 (Part 2):2025 Annex A, entry 225 · version IS 4707 (Part 2):2025, fifth revision · effective Aug. 9, 2025 · source checked 2026-08-31
2-Naphthalenaminium, 8- [(4-amino-3-nitrophenyl)- azo]-7-hydroxy-N,N,N- trimethyl-, chloride Basic Brown 17 (CAS No.: 68391-32-2)
CAS 68391-32-2 · EC 269-944-0
IS 4707 Part 2:2025 Annex B permits this ingredient only subject to the stated fields of use, limits, requirements and label warnings.
Conditions: Field of application/use: a)Hair dye substance in non-oxidative hair dye products | Maximum authorised concentration: 2.0 percent
Source:IS 4707 (Part 2):2025 Annex B, entry 295 · version IS 4707 (Part 2):2025, fifth revision · effective Aug. 9, 2025 · source checked 2026-08-31
2-Naphthalenesulfonic acid, 7,7'-(carbonyldiimino)bis(4- hydroxy-3-[[2-sulfo-4-[(4- sulfophenyl)azo]phenyl]azo]-, and its salts (CAS No. 2610-10-8 / 25188-41-4), when used as a
CAS 2610-10-8; 25188-41-4 · EC 220-027-3
IS 4707 Part 2:2025 Annex A lists this ingredient as one that must not form part of a cosmetic product in India.
Conditions: Must not form part of the composition of cosmetic products. Apply the general trace and safety notes published after Annex A.
Source:IS 4707 (Part 2):2025 Annex A, entry 1243 · version IS 4707 (Part 2):2025, fifth revision · effective Aug. 9, 2025 · source checked 2026-08-31
2-Naphthalenesulfonic acid,7-(benzoylamino)-4-hydroxy-3[[4-[(4-sulfophenyl)azo]phenyl]azo]- and its salts (CAS No. 2610-11-9), when used as a substance in hair dye products.
CAS 2610-11-9 · EC 220-028-9
IS 4707 Part 2:2025 Annex A lists this ingredient as one that must not form part of a cosmetic product in India.
Conditions: Must not form part of the composition of cosmetic products. Apply the general trace and safety notes published after Annex A.
Source:IS 4707 (Part 2):2025 Annex A, entry 1240 · version IS 4707 (Part 2):2025, fifth revision · effective Aug. 9, 2025 · source checked 2026-08-31
2-Naphthol (CAS No. 135-19-3)
CAS 135-19-3 · EC 205-182-7
IS 4707 Part 2:2025 Annex A lists this ingredient as one that must not form part of a cosmetic product in India.
Conditions: Must not form part of the composition of cosmetic products. Apply the general trace and safety notes published after Annex A.
Source:IS 4707 (Part 2):2025 Annex A, entry 239 · version IS 4707 (Part 2):2025, fifth revision · effective Aug. 9, 2025 · source checked 2026-08-31
2-Nitro-N-hydroxyethyl-p-anisidine (CAS No. 57524-53-5) and its salts, when used as a substance in hair dye products
CAS 57524-53-5
IS 4707 Part 2:2025 Annex A lists this ingredient as one that must not form part of a cosmetic product in India.
Conditions: Must not form part of the composition of cosmetic products. Apply the general trace and safety notes published after Annex A.
Source:IS 4707 (Part 2):2025 Annex A, entry 1260 · version IS 4707 (Part 2):2025, fifth revision · effective Aug. 9, 2025 · source checked 2026-08-31
2-Nitro-N1-phenyl-benzene- 1,4- diamine HC Red No. 1 (CAS No. 2784-89-6)
CAS 2784-89-6 · EC 220-494-3
IS 4707 Part 2:2025 Annex B permits this ingredient only subject to the stated fields of use, limits, requirements and label warnings.
Conditions: Field of application/use: Hair dye substance in non- oxidative hair dye products | Maximum authorised concentration: 1.0 percent Hair colorants can cause severe allergic | Label conditions/warnings: 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, a)you have a rash on your face or sensitive, irritated and damaged scalp b)you have ever experienced any reaction after colouring your hair and c)you have experienced a reaction to a temporary ‘black henna’ tattoo in the past.
Source:IS 4707 (Part 2):2025 Annex B, entry 248 · version IS 4707 (Part 2):2025, fifth revision · effective Aug. 9, 2025 · source checked 2026-08-31
2-Nitro-p-phenylenediamine and its salts (CAS No. 5307-14-2/18266-52-9/68239-83-8), when used as a substance in hair dye products
CAS 5307-14-2; 18266-52-9; 68239-83-8 · EC 226-164-5
IS 4707 Part 2:2025 Annex A lists this ingredient as one that must not form part of a cosmetic product in India.
Conditions: Must not form part of the composition of cosmetic products. Apply the general trace and safety notes published after Annex A.
Source:IS 4707 (Part 2):2025 Annex A, entry 1292 · version IS 4707 (Part 2):2025, fifth revision · effective Aug. 9, 2025 · source checked 2026-08-31
2-Nitroanisole (CAS No. 91-23-6)
CAS 91-23-6
IS 4707 Part 2:2025 Annex A lists this ingredient as one that must not form part of a cosmetic product in India.
Conditions: Must not form part of the composition of cosmetic products. Apply the general trace and safety notes published after Annex A.
Source:IS 4707 (Part 2):2025 Annex A, entry 673 · version IS 4707 (Part 2):2025, fifth revision · effective Aug. 9, 2025 · source checked 2026-08-31
2-Nitronaphthalene (CAS No. 581-89-5)
CAS 581-89-5
IS 4707 Part 2:2025 Annex A lists this ingredient as one that must not form part of a cosmetic product in India.
Conditions: Must not form part of the composition of cosmetic products. Apply the general trace and safety notes published after Annex A.
Source:IS 4707 (Part 2):2025 Annex A, entry 677 · version IS 4707 (Part 2):2025, fifth revision · effective Aug. 9, 2025 · source checked 2026-08-31
2-Nitropropane (CAS No. 79-46-9)
CAS 79-46-9
IS 4707 Part 2:2025 Annex A lists this ingredient as one that must not form part of a cosmetic product in India.
Conditions: Must not form part of the composition of cosmetic products. Apply the general trace and safety notes published after Annex A.
Source:IS 4707 (Part 2):2025 Annex A, entry 671 · version IS 4707 (Part 2):2025, fifth revision · effective Aug. 9, 2025 · source checked 2026-08-31
Market coverage contract
Complete current Part 2 dataset plus official workflow for Parts 1, 3 and 4- Included scope
- All 1,614 prohibited Annex A rows and 317 numbered/lettered restricted Annex B rows from IS 4707 Part 2:2025; official checks remain for colourants, preservatives and UV filters in Parts 1, 3 and 4.
- If no match is found
- The standards are separate controlled publications; absence from a locally indexed excerpt is not permission.
Complete verification checklist
- Confirm product class and current Cosmetics Rules/gazette amendments.
- Check all applicable parts of IS 4707 by exact identity.
- Apply Schedule S/other finished-product standards where relevant.
- Verify licence/import registration, labelling and testing requirements.
Official sources and legal role
India Cosmetics Rules 2020
General legal and import requirements; no complete open structured ingredient catalogue identified
Legal meaning: Official CDSCO rules and gazette updates; standards may require separate licensed sources
Available language: English
India BIS IS 4707 cosmetic ingredient standards
Complete current Part 2:2025 Annex A prohibited and Annex B restricted rows; Parts 1, 3 and 4 remain linked official checks
Legal meaning: Indian Standards referenced by the cosmetics regulatory framework; use the controlled current editions
Available language: English
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How to verify an ingredient for this market
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- Confirm effective dates and whether an English text is official, reviewed or only contextual.
- Treat a missing local match as unknown, never as permission or a safety conclusion.