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-Pentyl-3- phenylprop-2- en-1-ol Amylcinnamyl alcohol Amylcinnamyl alcohol (CAS No. 101-85-9)
CAS 101-85-9 · EC 202-982-8
IS 4707 Part 2:2025 Annex B permits this ingredient only subject to the stated fields of use, limits, requirements and label warnings.
Conditions: 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 72 · version IS 4707 (Part 2):2025, fifth revision · effective Aug. 9, 2025 · source checked 2026-08-31
2-Pentylidenecyclohexanone (CAS No. 25677-40-1), when used as a fragrance ingredient.
CAS 25677-40-1
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 441 · version IS 4707 (Part 2):2025, fifth revision · effective Aug. 9, 2025 · source checked 2026-08-31
2-Phenylindan-1,3-dione [phenindione (*)] (CAS No. 83-12-5)
CAS 83-12-5
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 269 · version IS 4707 (Part 2):2025, fifth revision · effective Aug. 9, 2025 · source checked 2026-08-31
2-Propenal, 3- phenyl- Cinnamal (CAS No. 104-55-2)
CAS 104-55-2 · EC 203-213-9
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 74 · version IS 4707 (Part 2):2025, fifth revision · effective Aug. 9, 2025 · source checked 2026-08-31
2-Propenoic acid, 3- phenyl- , phenylmethyl ester Benzyl cinnamate (CAS No. 103-41-3)
CAS 103-41-3 · EC 203-109-3
IS 4707 Part 2:2025 Annex B permits this ingredient only subject to the stated fields of use, limits, requirements and label warnings.
Conditions: 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 78 · version IS 4707 (Part 2):2025, fifth revision · effective Aug. 9, 2025 · source checked 2026-08-31
2-[(2-Nitrophenyl)amino] ethanol HC Yellow No 2 (CAS No. 4926-55-0)
CAS 4926-55-0 · EC 225-555-8
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)Hair dye substance in non-oxidative hair dye products. | Maximum authorised concentration: b)1.0 percent | Other limitations/requirements: a)After mixing under oxidative conditions the maximum concentration applied to hair must not exceed 0.75 percent For a) and b): a)Do not use with nitrosating agents b)Maximum nitrosamine content: 50 µg/kg; and c)Keep in nitrite-free containers. | 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 246 · version IS 4707 (Part 2):2025, fifth revision · effective Aug. 9, 2025 · source checked 2026-08-31
2-[(2-methoxy-4-nitrophe- nyl)amino]ethanol and its salts 2-Hydroxyethyl- amino-5-nitroanisole (CAS No. 66095-81-6)
CAS 66095-81-6 · EC 266-138-0
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: Hair dye substance in non- oxidative hair dye products | Maximum authorised concentration: 0.2 percent a)Do not use with nitro- | Other limitations/requirements: sating systems b)Maximum nitrosamine content: 50 g/kg; and μ c)Keepin nitrite-free containers.
Source:IS 4707 (Part 2):2025 Annex B, entry 204 · version IS 4707 (Part 2):2025, fifth revision · effective Aug. 9, 2025 · source checked 2026-08-31
2-[(3-Aminopyrazolo[1,5a]- pyridin-2-yl)oxy]ethanol hydrochloride Hydroxyethoxy Aminopyrazolopyridine HCl (CAS No.: 1079221-49-0)
CAS 1079221-49-0 · EC 695-745-7
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)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 2.0percent | 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. Tempo rary ‘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 293 · version IS 4707 (Part 2):2025, fifth revision · effective Aug. 9, 2025 · source checked 2026-08-31
2-[(3amino-4- methoxyphenyl) amino]ethanol and its sulphate 2-Amino-4- hydroxyethylaminoanisole (CAS No. 83763-47-7) 2-Amino-4- Hydroxyethylaminoanisole sulfate (CAS No. 83763-48-8)
CAS 83763-47-7; 83763-48-8 · EC 280-733-2
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) Products intended for colouring eyelashes. | Other limitations/requirements: For (a) and (b), After mixing under oxidative conditions the maximum concentration applied to hair or eyelashes must not exceed 1.5 percent (as sulphate). i)Do not use with nitrosating agents ii)Maximum nitrosamine content: 50 g/kg. μ iii)Keep in nitrite-free containers. b)For professional use only. | 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: i)you have a rash on your face or sensitive, irritated and damaged scalp, ii)you have ever experienced any reaction after colouring your hair, iii)you have experienced a reaction to a temporary “black henna” tattoo in the past. (b) To be printed on the label: The mixing ratio. ‘For professional use only. 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: i)has a rash on the face or sensitive, irritated and damaged scalp, ii)has experienced any reaction after colouring your hair or eyelashes, iii)has experienced a reaction to a temporary “black henna” tattoo in the past. Rinse eye immediately if product comes in contact with them.
Source:IS 4707 (Part 2):2025 Annex B, entry 225 · version IS 4707 (Part 2):2025, fifth revision · effective Aug. 9, 2025 · source checked 2026-08-31
2-[(4-Aminophenyl)azo]- 1,3- dimethyl-1H-imidazolium chloride Basic Orange 31 (CAS No.: 97404-02-9)
CAS 97404-02-9 · EC 306-764-4
IS 4707 Part 2:2025 Annex B permits this ingredient only subject to the stated fields of use, limits, requirements and label warnings.
Conditions: 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)1.0 percent | Other limitations/requirements: a)After mixing under oxidative conditions the maximum concentration applied to hair must not exceed 0.5 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 277 · version IS 4707 (Part 2):2025, fifth revision · effective Aug. 9, 2025 · source checked 2026-08-31
2-[(4-Chloro-2-nitrophenyl)azo)]-N-(2-methoxyphenyl)-3-oxobutanamide (CAS No. 13515-40-7) (Pigment Yellow 73) and its salts, when used as a substance in hair dye products.
CAS 13515-40-7 · EC 236-852-7
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 1235 · version IS 4707 (Part 2):2025, fifth revision · effective Aug. 9, 2025 · source checked 2026-08-31
2-[(4-chloro-2-nitrophenyl)amino]ethanol (CAS No. 59320-13-7) (HC Yellow No 12) and its salts, when used as a substance in hair dye products
CAS 59320-13-7
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 1298 · version IS 4707 (Part 2):2025, fifth revision · effective Aug. 9, 2025 · source checked 2026-08-31
2-[2(4-Chlorophenyl)-2-phenylacetyl] indane-1,3-dione (chlorophacinone-ISO) (CAS No. 3691-35-8)
CAS 3691-35-8
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 92 · version IS 4707 (Part 2):2025, fifth revision · effective Aug. 9, 2025 · source checked 2026-08-31
2-[2-Hydroxy-3-(2-chlorophenyl)carbamoyl-1-naphthylazo]-7-[2-hydroxy-3-(3- methylphenyl)carbamoyl-1-naphthylazo]fluoren-9-one (CAS No. 151798-26-4)
CAS 151798-26-4
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 1133 · version IS 4707 (Part 2):2025, fifth revision · effective Aug. 9, 2025 · source checked 2026-08-31
2-[3-(methylamino)-4-nitr- 15 ophenoxy]ethanol( ) 3- Methylamino-4-nitroph – enoxyethanol (CAS 59820-63-2)
CAS 59820-63-2 · EC 261-940-7
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 non- oxidative hair dye products | Maximum authorised concentration: 0.15 percent a)Do not usewith | Other limitations/requirements: nitrosating systems b)Maximum nitrosamine and content: 50 μg/kg c)Keepin nitrite-free containers.
Source:IS 4707 (Part 2):2025 Annex B, entry 193 · version IS 4707 (Part 2):2025, fifth revision · effective Aug. 9, 2025 · source checked 2026-08-31
2-[4-Methoxybenzyl- -(2-pyridyl)amino]ethyldimethylamine maleate (Mepyramine maleate N pyrilamine maleate) (CAS No. 59-33-6)
CAS 59-33-6
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 344 · version IS 4707 (Part 2):2025, fifth revision · effective Aug. 9, 2025 · source checked 2026-08-31
2-[[4-(Dimethylamino)- phenyl]azo]- 1,3-dimethyl- 1H-imidazolium chloride Basic Red 51 (CAS No.: 77061-58-6)
CAS 77061-58-6 · EC 278-601-4
IS 4707 Part 2:2025 Annex B permits this ingredient only subject to the stated fields of use, limits, requirements and label warnings.
Conditions: 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)1.0 percent | Other limitations/requirements: a) exceed 0.5 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 271 · version IS 4707 (Part 2):2025, fifth revision · effective Aug. 9, 2025 · source checked 2026-08-31
2-[bis(2-Hydroxyethyl)ami- no]-5- nitrophenol HC yellow No 4 (CAS No. 59820-43-8)
CAS 59820-43-8 · EC 428-840-7
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 non- oxidative hair dye products | Maximum authorised concentration: 1.5 percent a)Do not usewith | Other limitations/requirements: nitrosating agents Maximumnitrosamine content: 50 µg/kg; and c)Keepin nitrite-free containers
Source:IS 4707 (Part 2):2025 Annex B, entry 245 · version IS 4707 (Part 2):2025, fifth revision · effective Aug. 9, 2025 · source checked 2026-08-31
2-chlorobenzene-1,4-diamine (2-Chloro-p-Phenylenediamine), its sulfate and dihydrochloride salts (*) [CAS No. 615-66-7, 61702-44-1 (sulfate), 615-46-3 (dihydrochloride)] when used as a substance in hair
CAS 615-66-7; 61702-44-1; 615-46-3 · EC 210-441-2
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 1358 · version IS 4707 (Part 2):2025, fifth revision · effective Aug. 9, 2025 · source checked 2026-08-31
2-methoxy-4-nitrophenol (CAS No. 3251-56-7) (4-Nitroguaiacol) and its salts, when used as a substance in hair dye products
CAS 3251-56-7 · EC 221-839-0
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 1224 · version IS 4707 (Part 2):2025, fifth revision · effective Aug. 9, 2025 · source checked 2026-08-31
210555-94-5) Phenol, (tetrapropenyl) derivatives (CAS No. 74499-35-7) Coumatetralyl (ISO); 4- hydroxy-3-(1,2,3,4-tetrahydro-1- naphthyl) coumarin (CAS No. 5836-29-3)
CAS 210555-94-5; 74499-35-7; 5836-29-3
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 1375 · version IS 4707 (Part 2):2025, fifth revision · effective Aug. 9, 2025 · source checked 2026-08-31
2536-05-2 [2], 5873-54-1 [3], 26447-40-5 [4]) Cinidon ethyl (ISO); ethyl (Z)-2-chloro-3-[2-chloro-5-(cyclohex-1-ene-1,2- dicarboximido)phenyl]acrylate (CAS No. 142891-20-1)
CAS 2536-05-2; 5873-54-1; 26447-40-5; 142891-20-1
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 1537 · version IS 4707 (Part 2):2025, fifth revision · effective Aug. 9, 2025 · source checked 2026-08-31
2H-1-Benzopyran-2- one Coumarin (CAS No. 91-64-5)
CAS 91-64-5 · EC 202-086-7
IS 4707 Part 2:2025 Annex B permits this ingredient only subject to the stated fields of use, limits, requirements and label warnings.
Conditions: 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 75 · version IS 4707 (Part 2):2025, fifth revision · effective Aug. 9, 2025 · source checked 2026-08-31
3'-Ethyl-5',6',7',8'-tetrahydro-5',5',8',8'-tetramethyl-2'-acetonaphthone or 7-acetyl-6-ethyl-1,1,4,4 tetrame- thyl-1,2,3,4-tetrahydronaphtalen (AETT; Versalide) (CAS No. 88-29-9)
CAS 88-29-9
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 359 · version IS 4707 (Part 2):2025, fifth revision · effective Aug. 9, 2025 · source checked 2026-08-31
3(or5)-((4-(Benzylmethylamino)phenyl)azo)-1,2-(or1,4)- dimethyl-1H-1,2,4-triazolium and its salts (CAS No. 89959-98-8/12221-69-1), when used as a substance in hair dye products.
CAS 89959-98-8; 12221-69-1
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 1232 · version IS 4707 (Part 2):2025, fifth revision · effective Aug. 9, 2025 · source checked 2026-08-31
3(or5)-[[4-[(7-amino-1-hydroxy-3-sulphonato-2-naphthyl)azo]-1-naphthyl]azo]salicylic acid and its salts (CAS No. 3442-21-5 / 34977-63-4), when used as a substance in hair dye products.
CAS 3442-21-5; 34977-63-4 · EC 222-351-0
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 1239 · version IS 4707 (Part 2):2025, fifth revision · effective Aug. 9, 2025 · source checked 2026-08-31
3) 4-methyl- -phenylenediamine (Toluene-2,4-diamine) and its salts (CAS No. 95-80-7) m
CAS 95-80-7
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 361 · version IS 4707 (Part 2):2025, fifth revision · effective Aug. 9, 2025 · source checked 2026-08-31
3, -Dichlorobenzidine dihydrochloride (CAS No. 612-83-9) 3’
CAS 612-83-9
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 698 · version IS 4707 (Part 2):2025, fifth revision · effective Aug. 9, 2025 · source checked 2026-08-31
3, -Dichlorobenzidine dihydrogen bis(sulphate) (CAS No. 64969-34-2) 3’
CAS 64969-34-2
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 701 · version IS 4707 (Part 2):2025, fifth revision · effective Aug. 9, 2025 · source checked 2026-08-31
3, -Dichlorobenzidine sulphate (CAS No. 74332-73-3) 3’
CAS 74332-73-3
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 702 · version IS 4707 (Part 2):2025, fifth revision · effective Aug. 9, 2025 · source checked 2026-08-31
3, -Dimethoxybenzidine (ortho-Dianisidine) and its salts (CAS No. 119-90-4) 3’
CAS 119-90-4
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 693 · version IS 4707 (Part 2):2025, fifth revision · effective Aug. 9, 2025 · source checked 2026-08-31
3,3 -Dichlorobenzidine (CAS No. 91-94-1) ’
CAS 91-94-1
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 695 · version IS 4707 (Part 2):2025, fifth revision · effective Aug. 9, 2025 · source checked 2026-08-31
3,3-Bis(4-hydroxyphenyl)phthalide [Phenolphthalein (*)] (CAS No. 77-09-8)
CAS 77-09-8
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 411 · version IS 4707 (Part 2):2025, fifth revision · effective Aug. 9, 2025 · source checked 2026-08-31
3,4',5-Tribromosalicylanilide (Tribromsalan (*)) (CAS No. 87-10-5)
CAS 87-10-5
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 370 · version IS 4707 (Part 2):2025, fifth revision · effective Aug. 9, 2025 · source checked 2026-08-31
3,4,5-Trimethoxyphenethylamine (Mescaline) and its salts (CAS No. 54-04-6)
CAS 54-04-6
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 220 · version IS 4707 (Part 2):2025, fifth revision · effective Aug. 9, 2025 · source checked 2026-08-31
3,4-Diaminobenzoic acid, when used as a substance in hair dye products (CAS No. 619-05-6)
CAS 619-05-6 · EC 210-577-2
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 1202 · version IS 4707 (Part 2):2025, fifth revision · effective Aug. 9, 2025 · source checked 2026-08-31
3,4-Dihydro-2-methoxy-2-methyl-4-phenyl-2H,5H-pyrano [3,2-c]-[1]benzopyran-5-one (cyclocoumarol) (CAS No. 518-20-7)
CAS 518-20-7
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 232 · version IS 4707 (Part 2):2025, fifth revision · effective Aug. 9, 2025 · source checked 2026-08-31
3,4-Dihydro-2H-1,4-benzo- xazin-6-ol Hydroxybenzo- morpholine (CAS No. 26021-57-8)
CAS 26021-57-8 · EC 247-415-5
IS 4707 Part 2:2025 Annex B permits this ingredient only subject to the stated fields of use, limits, requirements and label warnings.
Conditions: Field of application/use: Hair dye substance in oxidative hair dye products | Maximum authorised concentration: Max imum Authorized | Other limitations/requirements: After mixing under oxidative conditions the maximum concentration applied to hair must not exceed 1.0 percent: a)Do not use with nitrosating agents b)Maximum nitrosamine content: and 50 μg/kg c)Keep in nitrite-free containers. | 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 215 · version IS 4707 (Part 2):2025, fifth revision · effective Aug. 9, 2025 · source checked 2026-08-31
3,4-Dihydrocoumarin (CAS No. 119-84-6), when used as a fragrance ingredient.
CAS 119-84-6 · EC 204-354-9
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 420 · version IS 4707 (Part 2):2025, fifth revision · effective Aug. 9, 2025 · source checked 2026-08-31
3,4-Dinitrotoluene (CAS No. 610-39-9)
CAS 610-39-9
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 681 · version IS 4707 (Part 2):2025, fifth revision · effective Aug. 9, 2025 · source checked 2026-08-31
3,4-Methylenedioxyaniline (CAS No. 14268-66-7) and its salts, when used as a substance in hair dye products
CAS 14268-66-7 · EC 238-161-6
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 1221 · version IS 4707 (Part 2):2025, fifth revision · effective Aug. 9, 2025 · source checked 2026-08-31
3,4-Methylenedioxyphenol (CAS No.533-31-3) and its salts, when used as a substance in hair dye products
CAS 533-31-3 · EC 208-561-5
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 1220 · version IS 4707 (Part 2):2025, fifth revision · effective Aug. 9, 2025 · source checked 2026-08-31
3,5,5-Trimethylcyclohex-2-enone (Isophorone) (CAS No. 78-59-1)
CAS 78-59-1
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 1081 · version IS 4707 (Part 2):2025, fifth revision · effective Aug. 9, 2025 · source checked 2026-08-31
3,5-Dinitrotoluene (CAS No. 618-85-9)
CAS 618-85-9
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 682 · version IS 4707 (Part 2):2025, fifth revision · effective Aug. 9, 2025 · source checked 2026-08-31
3,6,10-Trimethyl-3,5,9-undecatrien-2-one (Pseudo- Isomethyl ionone) (CAS No. 1117-41-5), when used as a fragrance ingredient.
CAS 1117-41-5
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 442 · version IS 4707 (Part 2):2025, fifth revision · effective Aug. 9, 2025 · source checked 2026-08-31
3,7-Dimethyl-2,6- octad- ienal Citral (CAS No. 5392-40-5)
CAS 5392-40-5 · EC 226-394-6
IS 4707 Part 2:2025 Annex B permits this ingredient only subject to the stated fields of use, limits, requirements and label warnings.
Conditions: 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 peent in rinse off products.
Source:IS 4707 (Part 2):2025 Annex B, entry 68 · version IS 4707 (Part 2):2025, fifth revision · effective Aug. 9, 2025 · source checked 2026-08-31
3,7-Dimethyl-2-octen-1-ol (6,7-Dihydrogeraniol) (CAS No. 40607-48-5), when used as a fragrance ingredient.
CAS 40607-48-5
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 422 · version IS 4707 (Part 2):2025, fifth revision · effective Aug. 9, 2025 · source checked 2026-08-31
3,7-Dimethylocta-2,6- dienenitrile (CAS No. 5146-66-7)
CAS 5146-66-7
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 1386 · version IS 4707 (Part 2):2025, fifth revision · effective Aug. 9, 2025 · source checked 2026-08-31
3- and 4-(4-Hydroxy-4-methylpentyl) cyclohex-3-ene-1-carbaldehyde (HICC) (CAS No. 51414-25-6/ 31906-04-4)
CAS 51414-25-6; 31906-04-4
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 1354 · version IS 4707 (Part 2):2025, fifth revision · effective Aug. 9, 2025 · source checked 2026-08-31
3-(1-Naphthyl)-4-hydroxycoumarin (CAS No. 39923-41-6)
CAS 39923-41-6
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 241 · 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
What this market page can answer
Source and authority
Identify the official material and the regulator responsible for it: Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation.
Language and scope
See whether usable English or bilingual material exists and what the mapped source actually covers. Current source language: English and Hindi.
Evidence status
Browse ingredient-level records imported from official sources. Each row states whether it passed deterministic source checks or human editorial review.
How to verify an ingredient for this market
- Search the ingredient by INCI name, CAS number or EC number and record the exact identity.
- Open each official source above and check the current version, product scope, concentration limits and required warnings.
- 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.