New Zealand cosmetic ingredient regulations
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2913 matching records4,4'-Dihydroxy-3,3'-(3-methylthiopropylidene) dicoumarin
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 4, reference 207.
Source:Schedule 4, reference 207, source row 215 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
4,4'-Isobutylethylidenediphenol
CAS 6807-17-6
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 4, reference 1079.
Source:Schedule 4, reference 1079, source row 1110 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
4,4'-Methylenebis(2-ethylaniline)
CAS 19900-65-3
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 4, reference 1038.
Source:Schedule 4, reference 1038, source row 1069 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
4,4'-Methylenedi-o-toluidine
CAS 838-88-0
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 4, reference 707.
Source:Schedule 4, reference 707, source row 734 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
4,4'-Methylenedianiline
CAS 101-77-9
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 4, reference 705.
Source:Schedule 4, reference 705, source row 732 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
4,4'-Methylenediphenyl diisocyanate (diphenylmethane-4,4'-diisocyanate) [1]
CAS 101-68-8 · EC 202-966-0
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 4, reference 1533.
Source:Schedule 4, reference 1533, source row 1725 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
4,4'-Oxydianiline (p-aminophenyl ether) and its salts
CAS 101-80-4
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 4, reference 1160.
Source:Schedule 4, reference 1160, source row 1195 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
4,4'-Thiodianiline and its salts
CAS 139-65-1
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 4, reference 1159.
Source:Schedule 4, reference 1159, source row 1194 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
4,4'-[(4-Methyl-1,3-phenylene)bis(azo)]bis[6-methyl-1,3-benzenediamine] (Basic Brown 4) and its salts, when used as a substance in hair dye products
CAS 4482-25-1 · EC 224-764-1
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 4, reference 1296.
Source:Schedule 4, reference 1296, source row 1351 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
4,4-Bis(dimethylamino)benzophenone (Michler’s ketone)
CAS 90-94-8
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 4, reference 1149.
Source:Schedule 4, reference 1149, source row 1180 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
4,4-Dimethyl-1,3-oxizalidine (dimethyl oxazolidine)
CAS 51200-87-4 · EC 257-048-2
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 7, reference 45.
Conditions: Maximum concentration: 0.1% · Other limitations: The pH of the finished product must not be lower than 6
Source:Schedule 7, reference 45, source row 119 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
4,4′-[1,3-Propanediylbis(oxy)]-bisbenzene-1,3-diamine and its tetrahydrochloride salt* e.g. 1,3-bis-(2,4-diaminophenoxy)-propane; 1,3-bis-(2,4-diaminophenoxy)-propane HCl
CAS 81892-72-0 · EC 279-845-4
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 5, reference 226.
Conditions: Product scope: (a) Hair dye substance in oxidative hair dye products (b) Hair dye substance in non-oxidative hair dye products · Maximum concentration: (a) After mixing under oxidative conditions the maximum concentration applied to hair must not exceed 1.2% calculated as free base (1.8% as tetrahydrochloride salt) (b) 1.2% as free base (1.8% as tetrahydrochloride salt) · Warnings: For (a): 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. For (b): Can cause allergic reaction.
Source:Schedule 5, reference 226, source row 272 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
4,4′-[1,3-Propanediylbis(oxy)]-bisbenzene-1,3-diamine and its tetrahydrochloride salt* e.g. 1,3-bis-(2,4-diaminophenoxy)-propane; 1,3-bis-(2,4-diaminophenoxy)-propane HCl
CAS 74918-21-1
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 5, reference 226.
Conditions: Product scope: (a) Hair dye substance in oxidative hair dye products (b) Hair dye substance in non-oxidative hair dye products · Maximum concentration: (a) After mixing under oxidative conditions the maximum concentration applied to hair must not exceed 1.2% calculated as free base (1.8% as tetrahydrochloride salt) (b) 1.2% as free base (1.8% as tetrahydrochloride salt) · Warnings: For (a): 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. For (b): Can cause allergic reaction.
Source:Schedule 5, reference 226, source row 273 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
4,5-Diamino-1-((4-chlorophenyl)methyl)-1H-pyrazole sulfate, when used as a substance in hair dye products
CAS 163183-00-4
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 4, reference 1218.
Source:Schedule 4, reference 1218, source row 1258 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
4,5-Diamino-1-(2-hydroxyethyl)-1H-pyrazole sulfate (1:1) (1-hydroxyethyl-4,5-diamino pyrazole sulfate)
CAS 155601-30-2 · EC 429-300-3
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 5, reference 273.
Conditions: Product scope: Hair dye substance in oxidative hair dye products · Maximum concentration: After mixing under oxidative conditions the maximum concentration applied to hair must not exceed 3.0% · Warnings: 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.
Source:Schedule 5, reference 273, source row 330 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
4,5-Diamino-1-methylpyrazole and its HCl salt, when used as a substance in hair dye products
CAS 20055-01-0
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 4, reference 1217.
Source:Schedule 4, reference 1217, source row 1256 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
4,5-Diamino-1-methylpyrazole and its HCl salt, when used as a substance in hair dye products
CAS 21616-59-1
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 4, reference 1217.
Source:Schedule 4, reference 1217, source row 1257 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
4,6-Bis(2-hydroxyethoxy)-m-phenylenediamine and its salts, when used as a substance in hair dye products
CAS 94082-85-6
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 4, reference 1307.
Source:Schedule 4, reference 1307, source row 1363 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
4,6-Dimethyl-8-tert-butylcoumarin, when used as a fragrance ingredient
CAS 17874-34-9
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 4, reference 430.
Source:Schedule 4, reference 430, source row 454 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
4-((4-Amino-3-methylphenyl)(4-imino-3-methyl-2,5-cyclohexadien-1-ylidene)methyl)-2-methylphenylamine monohydrochloride (Basic Violet 2; CI 42520)
CAS 3248-91-7
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 5, reference 278.
Conditions: Product scope: (a) Hair dye substance in oxidative hair dye products. (b) Hair dye substance in non-oxidative hair dye products · Maximum concentration: (a) After mixing under oxidative conditions the maximum concentration applied to hair must not exceed 1.0% (b) 0.5% · Warnings: For (a): 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.
Source:Schedule 5, reference 278, source row 335 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
4-(2,4-Dihydroxyphenylazo)benzenesulfonic acid and its sodium salt (Acid Orange 6; CI 14270) when used as a substance in hair dye products
CAS 2050-34-2
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 4, reference 1330.
Source:Schedule 4, reference 1330, source row 1398 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
4-(2,4-Dihydroxyphenylazo)benzenesulfonic acid and its sodium salt (Acid Orange 6; CI 14270) when used as a substance in hair dye products
CAS 547-57-9
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 4, reference 1330.
Source:Schedule 4, reference 1330, source row 1399 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
4-(3-Aminopyrazolo[1,5-a]pyridine-2-yl)-1,1-dimethylpiperazin-1-ium chloride hydrochloride (dimethylpiperazinium aminopyrazolopyridine HCl)
CAS 1256553-33-9 · EC 813-255-5
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 5, reference 315.
Conditions: Product scope: Hair due substance in oxidative hair dye products · Maximum concentration: After mixing under oxidative conditions the maximum concentration applied to hair must not exceed 2% (calculated as free base) · Warnings: 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.
Source:Schedule 5, reference 315, source row 395 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
4-(3-ethoxy-4-hydroxyphenyl)butan-2-one (hydroxyethoxyphenyl butanone)
CAS 569646-79-3 · EC 933-435-8
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 7, reference 60.
Conditions: Maximum concentration: 0.7%
Source:Schedule 7, reference 60, source row 143 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
4-(4-Methoxyphenyl)-3-butene-2-one (anisylidene acetone), when used as a fragrance ingredient
CAS 943-88-4
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 4, reference 443.
Source:Schedule 4, reference 443, source row 467 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
4-(Phenylazo)resorcinol (Solvent Orange 1)
CAS 2051-85-6
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 6, reference 7.
Conditions: Colour index: 11920 · CAS: 2051-85-6 · Colour: Orange
Source:Schedule 6, reference 7, source row 8 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
4-(Phenylazo)resorcinol (Solvent Orange 1; CI 11920) and its salts, when used as a substance in hair dye products
CAS 2051-85-6
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 4, reference 1343.
Source:Schedule 4, reference 1343, source row 1422 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
4-Amino-2-hydroxytoluene (5-amino-o-cresol)
CAS 2835-95-2 · EC 220-618-6
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 5, reference 241.
Conditions: Product scope: (a) Hair dye substance in oxidative hair dye products (b) Products intended for colouring eyelashes · Maximum concentration: (a) and (b): After mixing under oxidative conditions the maximum concentration applied to hair or eyelashes must not exceed 1.5% · Other limitations: (b) For professional use only · Warnings: For (a): 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. For (b): The mixing ratio. For professional use only. ⚠This 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: - has a rash on the face or sensitive, irritated and damaged scalp, - has experienced any reaction after colouring hair or eyelashes, - has experienced a reaction to a temporary black henna tattoo in the past. Rinse eyes immediately if product comes into contact with them.
Source:Schedule 5, reference 241, source row 292 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
4-Amino-2-nitrophenol
CAS 119-34-6
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 4, reference 412.
Source:Schedule 4, reference 412, source row 435 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
4-Amino-3-fluorophenol
CAS 399-95-1
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 4, reference 1242.
Source:Schedule 4, reference 1242, source row 1287 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
4-Amino-3-hydroxytoluene when used as a substance in hair and eyelash dye products
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 4, reference 1643.
Source:Schedule 4, reference 1643, source row 2136 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
4-Amino-3-nitrophenol
CAS 610-81-1 · EC 210-236-8
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 5, reference 215.
Conditions: Product scope: (a) Hair dye substance in oxidative hair dye products (b) Hair dye substance in non-oxidative hair dye products · Maximum concentration: (a) After mixing under oxidative conditions the maximum concentration applied to hair must not exceed 1.5% (b) 1.0% · Warnings: For (a): 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. For (b): ⚠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.
Source:Schedule 5, reference 215, source row 255 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
4-Amino-5-hydroxy-3-(4-nitrophenylazo)-6-(phenylazo)-2,7-naphthalenedisulfonic acid, disodium salt (Acid Black 1)
CAS 1064-48-8 · EC 213-903-1
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 5, reference 295.
Conditions: Product scope: Hair dye substance in non-oxidative hair dye products. · Maximum concentration: 0.5%
Source:Schedule 5, reference 295, source row 357 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
4-Amino-m-cresol
CAS 2835-99-6 · EC 220-621-2
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 5, reference 244.
Conditions: Product scope: (a) Hair dye substance in oxidative hair dye products (b) Products intended for colouring eyelashes · Maximum concentration: (a) and (b): After mixing under oxidative conditions the maximum concentration applied to hair or eyelashes must not exceed 1.5% · Other limitations: (b) For professional use only · Warnings: For (a): 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. For (b): The mixing ratio. For professional use only. ⚠This 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: - has a rash on the face or sensitive, irritated and damaged scalp, - has experienced any reaction after colouring hair or eyelashes, - has experienced a reaction to a temporary black henna tattoo in the past. Rinse eyes immediately if product comes into contact with them.
Source:Schedule 5, reference 244, source row 297 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
4-Aminoazobenzene
CAS 60-09-3
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 4, reference 990.
Source:Schedule 4, reference 990, source row 1017 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
4-Aminobenzenesulfonic acid (sulfanilic acid) and its salts, when used as a substance in hair dye products
CAS 121-57-3
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 4, reference 1257.
Source:Schedule 4, reference 1257, source row 1303 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
4-Aminobenzenesulfonic acid (sulfanilic acid) and its salts, when used as a substance in hair dye products
CAS 515-74-2 · EC 208-208-5
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 4, reference 1257.
Source:Schedule 4, reference 1257, source row 1304 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
4-Aminobenzoic acid
CAS 150-13-0 · EC 205-753-0
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 8, reference 6.
Conditions: Maximum concentration: 15%
Source:Schedule 8, reference 6, source row 47 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
4-Aminobenzoic acid and its esters, with the free amino group, unless provided for in another Schedule
CAS 150-13-0 · EC 205-753-0
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 4, reference 167.
Source:Schedule 4, reference 167, source row 173 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
4-Aminophenol (p-aminophenol)
CAS 123-30-8 · EC 204-616-2
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 5, reference 272.
Conditions: Product scope: (a) Hair dye substance in oxidative hair dye products (b) Products intended for colouring eyelashes · Maximum concentration: (a) and (b): After mixing under oxidative conditions the maximum concentration applied to hair or eyelashes must not exceed 0.9% · Other limitations: (b) For professional use only · Warnings: For (a): 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. For (b): The mixing ratio. For professional use only ⚠This 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: - has a rash on the face or sensitive, irritated and damaged scalp, - has experienced any reaction after colouring your hair, - has experienced a reaction to a temporary “black henna” tattoo in the past. Rinse eyes immediately if product comes into contact with them.
Source:Schedule 5, reference 272, source row 329 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
4-Aminosalicylic acid and its salts
CAS 65-49-6
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 4, reference 31.
Source:Schedule 4, reference 31, source row 32 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
4-Benzyloxyphenol [1]
CAS 103-16-2
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 4, reference 178.
Source:Schedule 4, reference 178, source row 184 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
4-Chloro-2-aminophenol, when used as a substance in hair dye products
CAS 95-85-2 · EC 202-458-9
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 4, reference 1219.
Source:Schedule 4, reference 1219, source row 1259 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
4-Chloro-3,5-xylenol (chloroxylenol)
CAS 88-04-0
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 7, reference 26.
Conditions: Maximum concentration: 0.5%
Source:Schedule 7, reference 26, source row 85 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
4-Chlororesorcinol (1,3-benzenediol, 4-chloro-)
CAS 95-88-5 · EC 202-462-0
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 5, reference 199.
Conditions: Product scope: Hair dye substance in non-oxidative hair dye products · Maximum concentration: After mixing under oxidative conditions the maximum concentration applied to hair must not exceed 2.5% · Warnings: ⚠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.
Source:Schedule 5, reference 199, source row 237 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
4-Diethylamino-o-toluidine and its salts, when used as a substance in hair dye products
CAS 148-71-0
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 4, reference 1310.
Source:Schedule 4, reference 1310, source row 1366 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
4-Diethylamino-o-toluidine and its salts, when used as a substance in hair dye products
CAS 24828-38-4
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 4, reference 1310.
Source:Schedule 4, reference 1310, source row 1367 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
4-Diethylamino-o-toluidine and its salts, when used as a substance in hair dye products
CAS 2051-79-8 · EC 218-130-3
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 4, reference 1310.
Source:Schedule 4, reference 1310, source row 1368 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
4-Ethoxy-m-phenylenediamine and its salts
CAS 5862-77-1
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 4, reference 406.
Source:Schedule 4, reference 406, source row 427 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
4-Ethoxyphenol [2]
CAS 622-62-8
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 4, reference 178.
Source:Schedule 4, reference 178, source row 185 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
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