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390 matching recordsBenzoyl peroxide (dibenzoyl peroxide)
CAS 94-36-0 · EC 202-327-6
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 5, reference 94.
Conditions: Product scope: Artificial nail systems · Maximum concentration: 0.7% (after mixing) · Other limitations: For professional use only · Warnings: For professional use only. Avoid skin contact. Read directions for use carefully.
Source:Schedule 5, reference 94, source row 123 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
Benzyl alcoholΩ
CAS 100-51-6 · EC 202-859-9
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 5, reference 45.
Conditions: Product scope: (a) Solvent (b) Fragrance/aromatic compositions/their raw materials · Other limitations: (a) and (b): For purposes other than inhibiting the development of microorganisms in the product. This purpose has to be apparent from the presentation of the product (b) The presence of the substance must be indicated in the list of ingredients referred to in Schedule 1, condition 1(2) when its concentration exceeds: - 0.001% in leave-on products - 0.01% in rinse-off products
Source:Schedule 5, reference 45, source row 66 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
Benzyl benzoate
CAS 120-51-4 · EC 204-402-9
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 5, reference 85.
Conditions: Other limitations: The presence of the substance must be indicated in the list of ingredients referred to in Schedule 1, condition 1(2) when its concentration exceeds: 0.001% in leave-on products 0.01% in rinse-off products
Source:Schedule 5, reference 85, source row 113 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
Benzyl cinnamate (2-propenoic acid, 3-phenyl-, phenylmethyl ester)
CAS 103-41-3 · EC 203-109-3
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 5, reference 81.
Conditions: Other limitations: The presence of the substance must be indicated in the list of ingredients referred to in Schedule 1, condition 1(2) when its concentration exceeds: 0.001% in leave-on products 0.01% in rinse-off products
Source:Schedule 5, reference 81, source row 109 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
Benzyl salicylate
CAS 118-58-1 · EC 204-262-9
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 5, reference 75.
Conditions: Other limitations: The presence of the substance must be indicated in the list of ingredients referred to in Schedule 1, condition 1(2) when its concentration exceeds: 0.001% in leave-on products 0.01% in rinse-off products
Source:Schedule 5, reference 75, source row 103 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
Bis(8-hydroxyquinolium) sulfate (quinolin-8-ol sulfate)
CAS 148-24-3 · EC 205-711-1
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 5, reference 51.
Conditions: Product scope: (a) Stabilizer for hydrogen peroxide in rinse-off hair-care preparations (b) Stabilizer for hydrogen peroxide in non-rinse-off hair care preparations · Maximum concentration: (a) 0.3% calculated as base (b) 0.03% calculated as base
Source:Schedule 5, reference 51, source row 72 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
Bis(8-hydroxyquinolium) sulfate (quinolin-8-ol sulfate)
CAS 134-31-6 · EC 205-137-1
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 5, reference 51.
Conditions: Product scope: (a) Stabilizer for hydrogen peroxide in rinse-off hair-care preparations (b) Stabilizer for hydrogen peroxide in non-rinse-off hair care preparations · Maximum concentration: (a) 0.3% calculated as base (b) 0.03% calculated as base
Source:Schedule 5, reference 51, source row 73 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
Butoxydiglycol (diethylene glycol monobutyl ether; DEGBE)
CAS 112-34-5 · EC 203-961-6
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 5, reference 187.
Conditions: Product scope: Solvent in hair dye products · Maximum concentration: 10% · Other limitations: Not to be used in aerosol dispensers (sprays)
Source:Schedule 5, reference 187, source row 221 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
Butoxyethanol (ethylene glycol monobutyl ether; EGBE)
CAS 111-76-2 · EC 203-905-0
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 5, reference 188.
Conditions: Product scope: (a) Solvent in oxidative hair dye products (b) Solvent in nonoxidative hair dye products · Maximum concentration: (a) 4.0% (b) 2.0% · Other limitations: (a) and (b): Not to be used in aerosol dispensers (sprays)
Source:Schedule 5, reference 188, source row 222 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
C16-Alkyltrimethylammonium chloride (cetrimonium chloride)
CAS 112-02-7 · EC 203-928-6
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 5, reference 286.
Conditions: Product scope: (a) Rinse-off hair products (b) Leave-on hair products (c) Leave-on face products · Maximum concentration: (a) 2.5% for the individual concentrations or the sum of the individual concentrations of cetrimonium chloride and steartrimonium chloride (b) 1.0% for the individual concentrations or the sum of the individual concentrations of cetrimonium chloride and steartrimonium chloride (c) 0.5% for the individual concentrations of the sum of the individual concentrations of cetrimonium chloride and steartrimonium chloride · Other limitations: For purposes other than inhibiting the development of microorganisms in the product. The purpose has to be apparent from the presentation of the product
Source:Schedule 5, reference 286, source row 346 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
C18-alkyltrimethylammonium chloride (steartrimonium chloride)
CAS 112-03-8 · EC 203-929-1
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 5, reference 286.
Conditions: Product scope: (a) Rinse-off hair products (b) Leave-on hair products (c) Leave-on face products · Maximum concentration: (a) 2.5% for the individual concentrations or the sum of the individual concentrations of cetrimonium chloride and steartrimonium chloride (b) 1.0% for the individual concentrations or the sum of the individual concentrations of cetrimonium chloride and steartrimonium chloride (c) 0.5% for the individual concentrations of the sum of the individual concentrations of cetrimonium chloride and steartrimonium chloride · Other limitations: For purposes other than inhibiting the development of microorganisms in the product. The purpose has to be apparent from the presentation of the product
Source:Schedule 5, reference 286, source row 347 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
C22-alkyltrimethyl-ammonium chloride (behentrimonium chloride)
CAS 17301-53-0 · EC 241-327-0
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 5, reference 287.
Conditions: Product scope: (a) Rinse-off hair products (b) Leave-on hair products (c) Leave-on face products · Maximum concentration: (a) 5.0% for the individual concentration of behentrimonium chloride or the sum of the individual concentrations of cetrimonium chloride, steartrimonium chloride and behentrimonium chloride, while at the same time respecting the relevant maximum concentration for the sum of cetrimonium chloride and steartrimonium chloride set out in Schedule 5, entry 286. (b) and (c): 3.0% for the individual concentration of behentrimonium chloride or the sum of the individual concentrations of cetrimonium chloride, steartrimonium chloride and behentrimonium chloride, while at the same time respecting the relevant maximum concentration for the sum of cetrimonium chloride and steartrimonium chloride set out in Schedule 5, entry 286 · Other limitations: For purposes other than inhibiting the development of microorganisms in the product. The purpose has to be apparent from the presentation of the product
Source:Schedule 5, reference 287, source row 348 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
Calcium fluoride
CAS 7789-75-5 · EC 232-188-7
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 5, reference 30.
Conditions: Product scope: Oral products · Maximum concentration: 0.15% calculated as F When mixed with other fluorine compounds permitted under Schedule 5, total F concentration must not exceed 0.15% · Warnings: Contains calcium fluoride. For any toothpaste with compounds containing fluorine at a concentration of 0.1 to 0.15%, calculated as F, unless it is already labelled as contra-indicated for children (e.g. for adult use only) the following labelling is obligatory: Children five years and under should use a smear of toothpaste and children six years and over should use a pea-sized amount of toothpaste.
Source:Schedule 5, reference 30, source row 51 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
Calcium hydroxide
CAS 1305-62-0 · EC 215-137-3
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 5, reference 15c.
Conditions: Product scope: (a) Hair straighteners containing two components: calcium hydroxide and a guanidine salt (b) pH adjuster — for depilatories (c) Other uses (e.g. pH adjuster, processing aid) · Maximum concentration: (a) 7% by weight of calcium hydroxide · Other limitations: (b) pH value not to exceed pH 12.7 (c) pH value not to exceed pH 11 · Warnings: For (a): Contains alkali. Avoid contact with eyes. Keep out of reach of children. Can cause blindness. For (b): Contains alkali. Keep out of reach of children. Avoid contact with eyes.
Source:Schedule 5, reference 15c, source row 33 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
Calcium monofluorophosphate (calcium fluorophosphate)
CAS 7789-74-4 · EC 232-187-1
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 5, reference 29.
Conditions: Product scope: Oral products · Maximum concentration: 0.15% calculated as F When mixed with other fluorine compounds permitted under Schedule 5, total F concentration must not exceed 0.15% · Warnings: Contains calcium monofluorophosphate. For any toothpaste with compounds containing fluorine at a concentration of 0.1 to 0.15%, calculated as F, unless it is already labelled as contra-indicated for children (e.g. for adult use only) the following labelling is obligatory: Children five years and under should use a smear of toothpaste and children six years and over should use a pea-sized amount of toothpaste.
Source:Schedule 5, reference 29, source row 50 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
Cedrus atlantica oil and extract e.g. Cedrus atlantica bark extract; bark oil; bark water; leaf extract; wood extract; wood oil
CAS 92201-55-3
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 5, reference 122.
Conditions: Other limitations: Peroxide value less than 10 mmoles/L*
Source:Schedule 5, reference 122, source row 152 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
Chlorates of alkali metals e.g. potassium chlorate
CAS 3811-04-9 · EC 223-289-7
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 5, reference 6.
Conditions: Product scope: (a) Toothpaste (b) Other products · Maximum concentration: (a) 5% (b) 3%
Source:Schedule 5, reference 6, source row 11 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
Chlorates of alkali metals e.g. sodium chlorate
CAS 7775-09-9 · EC 231-887-4
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 5, reference 6.
Conditions: Product scope: (a) Toothpaste (b) Other products · Maximum concentration: (a) 5% (b) 3%
Source:Schedule 5, reference 6, source row 10 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
Cinnamal (2-propenal, 3-phenyl-)
CAS 104-55-2 · EC 203-213-9
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 5, reference 76.
Conditions: Other limitations: The presence of the substance must be indicated in the list of ingredients referred to in Schedule 1, condition 1(2) when its concentration exceeds: 0.001% in leave-on products 0.01% in rinse-off products
Source:Schedule 5, reference 76, source row 104 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
Cinnamyl alcohol
CAS 104-54-1 · EC 203-212-3
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 5, reference 69.
Conditions: Other limitations: The presence of the substance must be indicated in the list of ingredients referred to in Schedule 1, condition 1(2) when its concentration exceeds: 0.001% in leave-on products 0.01% in rinse-off products
Source:Schedule 5, reference 69, source row 96 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
Citral (3,7-dimethyl-2,6-octadienal)
CAS 5392-40-5 · EC 226-394-6
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 5, reference 70.
Conditions: Other limitations: The presence of the substance must be indicated in the list of ingredients referred to in Schedule 1, condition 1(2) when its concentration exceeds: 0.001% in leave-on products 0.01% in rinse-off products
Source:Schedule 5, reference 70, source row 97 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
Citronellol ((+/-)-3,7-dimethyloct-6-en-1-ol)
CAS 106-22-9
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 5, reference 86.
Conditions: Other limitations: The presence of the substance must be indicated in the list of ingredients referred to in Schedule 1, condition 1(2) when its concentration exceeds: 0.001% in leave-on products 0.01% in rinse-off products
Source:Schedule 5, reference 86, source row 114 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
Citronellol ((+/-)-3,7-dimethyloct-6-en-1-ol)
CAS 26489-01-0
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 5, reference 86.
Conditions: Other limitations: The presence of the substance must be indicated in the list of ingredients referred to in Schedule 1, condition 1(2) when its concentration exceeds: 0.001% in leave-on products 0.01% in rinse-off products
Source:Schedule 5, reference 86, source row 115 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
Commiphora erythrea Engler var. glabrescens Engler gum extract and oil (opoponax oil)
CAS 93686-00-1
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 5, reference 183.
Conditions: Maximum concentration: 0.6%
Source:Schedule 5, reference 183, source row 217 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
Coumarin (2H-1-benzopyran-2-one)
CAS 91-64-5 · EC 202-086-7
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 5, reference 77.
Conditions: Other limitations: The presence of the substance must be indicated in the list of ingredients referred to in Schedule 1, condition 1(2) when its concentration exceeds: 0.001% in leave-on products 0.01% in rinse-off products
Source:Schedule 5, reference 77, source row 105 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
Cuminum cyminum oil and extract e.g. Cuminum cyminum fruit oil; fruit extract; seed oil; seed extract; seed powder
CAS 84775-51-9
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 5, reference 156.
Conditions: Product scope: (a) Leave-on products (b) Rinse-off products · Maximum concentration: (a) 0.4% of cumin oil
Source:Schedule 5, reference 156, source row 187 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
Cupressus sempervirens oil and extract e.g. Cupressus sempervirens leaf oil; bark extract; cone extract; fruit extract; leaf extract; leaf/nut/stem oil; leaf/stem extract; leaf water; seed extract; oil
CAS 84696-07-1
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 5, reference 123.
Conditions: Other limitations: Peroxide value less than 10 mmoles/L*
Source:Schedule 5, reference 123, source row 153 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
Di-[2-[(E)-2-[4-[bis(2-hydroxyethyl)aminophenyl]vinyl]pyridin-1-ium]-ethyl]disulfide dimethanesulfonate (HC Orange No. 6)
CAS 1449653-83-1
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 5, reference 317.
Conditions: Product scope: Hair dye substance in non-oxidative hair dye products · Maximum concentration: 0.5% · Other limitations: Methanesulfonates impurities, in particular ethyl methanesulfonate shall not be present
Source:Schedule 5, reference 317, source row 397 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
Di[2-[4-[(E)-2-[2,4,5-trimethoxyphenyl]vinyl]pyridinin-1-ium]butanoyl]aminoethyl]disulfanyl dichloride (HC Yellow No. 17)
CAS 1450801-55-4
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 5, reference 299.
Conditions: Product scope: Hair dye substance in non-oxidative hair dye products · Maximum concentration: 0.5% · 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 299, source row 361 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
Di[2-[4-[(E)-2-[4-[bis(2-hydroxyethyl)aminophenyl]vinyl]pyridin-1-ium]butanoyl]aminoethyl]di-sulfanyl dichloride (HC Red No. 17)
CAS 1449471-67-3
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 5, reference 298.
Conditions: Product scope: Hair dye substance in non-oxidative hair dye products · Maximum concentration: 0.5% · Other limitations: Do not use with nitrosating agents Maximum nitrosamine content: 50 μg/kg Keep in nitrite-free containers
Source:Schedule 5, reference 298, source row 360 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
Diaminopyrimidine oxide (2,4-diamino-pyrimidine-3-oxide)
CAS 74638-76-9
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 5, reference 93.
Conditions: Product scope: Hair products · Maximum concentration: 1.5%
Source:Schedule 5, reference 93, source row 122 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
Dichlorophen
CAS 97-23-4 · EC 202-567-1
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 5, reference 11.
Conditions: Maximum concentration: 0.5% · Warnings: Contains dichlorophen.
Source:Schedule 5, reference 11, source row 26 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
Diethylene glycol (DEG; 2,2′-oxydiethanol)
CAS 111-46-6 · EC 203-872-2
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 5, reference 186.
Conditions: Product scope: As traces in ingredients · Maximum concentration: 0.1%
Source:Schedule 5, reference 186, source row 220 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
Dihydroxyindole (1H-indole-5,6-diol)
CAS 3131-52-0 · EC 412-130-9
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 5, reference 207.
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 0.5% (b) 0.5% · Warnings: For (a) and (b): 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 207, source row 247 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
Diphenyl(2,4,6-trimethylbenzoyl)phosphine oxide (trimethyl-benzoyl diphenylphosphine oxide)
CAS 75980-60-8 · EC 278-355-8
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 5, reference 311.
Conditions: Product scope: Artificial nail systems · Maximum concentration: 5% · Other limitations: For professional use only · Warnings: For professional use only. Avoid skin contact. Read directions for use carefully.
Source:Schedule 5, reference 311, source row 390 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
Disodium 2,2′-(9,10-dioxoanthracene-1,4-diyldiimino)bis(5-methylsulfonate) (Acid Green 25)
CAS 4403-90-1 · EC 224-546-6
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 5, reference 290.
Conditions: Product scope: Hair dye substance in non-oxidative hair dye products · Maximum concentration: 0.3%
Source:Schedule 5, reference 290, source row 351 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
Disodium 3-hydroxy-4-[(E)-(4-methyl-2-sulfonatophenyl)diazenyl]-2-naphthoate (Pigment Red 57)
CAS 5858-81-1
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 5, reference 296.
Conditions: Product scope: Hair dye substance in non-oxidative hair dye products · Maximum concentration: 0.4%
Source:Schedule 5, reference 296, source row 358 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
Disodium 5-amino-4-hydroxy-3-(phenylazo)naphthalene-2,7-disulfonate (17)* (Acid Red 33; CI 17200)
CAS 3567-66-6
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 5, reference 254.
Conditions: Product scope: Hair dye substance in non-oxidative hair dye products · Maximum concentration: 0.5%
Source:Schedule 5, reference 254, source row 309 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
Disodium 6-hydroxy-5-[(2-methoxy-4-sulfonato-m-tolyl)azo]naphthalene-2-sulfonate* (Curry Red; CI 16035)
CAS 25956-17-6
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 5, reference 191.
Conditions: Product scope: Hair dye substance in non-oxidative hair dye products · Maximum concentration: 0.4%
Source:Schedule 5, reference 191, source row 228 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
Disperse Blue 377: a mixture of [1], [2] & [3] in dispersing agent (lignosulfate): [1] 9,10-anthracenedione-1,4-bis[(2-hydroxyethyl)amino] (1,4-bis[(2-hydroxyethyl)amino]anthra-9,10-quinone) [2] 9,10-anthracenedione-1-[(2-hydroxyethyl)amino]-4-[(3-hydroxypropyl)amino] (1-[(2-hydroxyethyl)amino]-4-[(3-hydroxypropyl)amino]anthra-9,10-quinone) [3] 9,10-anthracenedione-1,4-bis[(3-hydroxypropyl)amino (1,4-bis[(3-hydroxypropyl)amino]anthra-9,10-quinone)
Disperse Blue 377: a mixture of [1], [2] & [3] in dispersing agent (lignosulfate): [1] 9,10-anthracenedione-1,4-bis[(2-hydroxyethyl)amino] (1,4-bis[(2-hydroxyethyl)amino]anthra-9,10-quinone) [2] 9,10-anthracenedione-1-[(2-hydroxyethyl)amino]-4-[(3-hydro
CAS 4471-41-4
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 5, reference 271.
Conditions: Product scope: Hair dye substance in non-oxidative hair dye products · Maximum concentration: 2%
Source:Schedule 5, reference 271, source row 326 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
Disperse Blue 377: a mixture of [1], [2] & [3] in dispersing agent (lignosulfate): [1] 9,10-anthracenedione-1,4-bis[(2-hydroxyethyl)amino] (1,4-bis[(2-hydroxyethyl)amino]anthra-9,10-quinone) [2] 9,10-anthracenedione-1-[(2-hydroxyethyl)amino]-4-[(3-hydroxypropyl)amino] (1-[(2-hydroxyethyl)amino]-4-[(3-hydroxypropyl)amino]anthra-9,10-quinone) [3] 9,10-anthracenedione-1,4-bis[(3-hydroxypropyl)amino (1,4-bis[(3-hydroxypropyl)amino]anthra-9,10-quinone)
Disperse Blue 377: a mixture of [1], [2] & [3] in dispersing agent (lignosulfate): [1] 9,10-anthracenedione-1,4-bis[(2-hydroxyethyl)amino] (1,4-bis[(2-hydroxyethyl)amino]anthra-9,10-quinone) [2] 9,10-anthracenedione-1-[(2-hydroxyethyl)amino]-4-[(3-hydro
CAS 67674-26-4 · EC 266-865-3
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 5, reference 271.
Conditions: Product scope: Hair dye substance in non-oxidative hair dye products · Maximum concentration: 2%
Source:Schedule 5, reference 271, source row 327 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
Disperse Blue 377: a mixture of [1], [2] & [3] in dispersing agent (lignosulfate): [1] 9,10-anthracenedione-1,4-bis[(2-hydroxyethyl)amino] (1,4-bis[(2-hydroxyethyl)amino]anthra-9,10-quinone) [2] 9,10-anthracenedione-1-[(2-hydroxyethyl)amino]-4-[(3-hydroxypropyl)amino] (1-[(2-hydroxyethyl)amino]-4-[(3-hydroxypropyl)amino]anthra-9,10-quinone) [3] 9,10-anthracenedione-1,4-bis[(3-hydroxypropyl)amino (1,4-bis[(3-hydroxypropyl)amino]anthra-9,10-quinone)
Disperse Blue 377: a mixture of [1], [2] & [3] in dispersing agent (lignosulfate): [1] 9,10-anthracenedione-1,4-bis[(2-hydroxyethyl)amino] (1,4-bis[(2-hydroxyethyl)amino]anthra-9,10-quinone) [2] 9,10-anthracenedione-1-[(2-hydroxyethyl)amino]-4-[(3-hydro
CAS 67701-36-4
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 5, reference 271.
Conditions: Product scope: Hair dye substance in non-oxidative hair dye products · Maximum concentration: 2%
Source:Schedule 5, reference 271, source row 328 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
Ethanol, 2,2'-[[4-[(4-aminophenyl)azo]phenyl]imino]bis- (Disperse Black 9)
CAS 20721-50-0 · EC 243-987-5
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 5, reference 263.
Conditions: Product scope: Hair dye substance in non-oxidative hair dye products · Maximum concentration: 0.3% (of the mixture in the ratio 1:1 of 2,2'-[4-(4-aminophenylazo)phenylimino]diethaol and ligno-sulfate)
Source:Schedule 5, reference 263, source row 318 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
Ethanol, 2,2′-[(2-nitro-1,4-phenylene)diimino]bis-(9CI) (I,N′-bis(2-hydroxyethyl)-2-nitro-p-phenylenediamine)
CAS 84041-77-0 · EC 281-856-4
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 5, reference 8c.
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) 1.5% · Other limitations: (a) and (b): - Do not use with nitrosating agents - Maximum nitrosamine content: 50 μg/kg - Keep in nitrite-free containers · 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 8c, source row 20 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
Ethanol, 2,2′-[[3-methyl-4-[(E)-(4-nitrophenyl)azo]phenyl]imino]bis- (Disperse Red 17)
CAS 3179-89-3 · EC 221-665-5
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 5, reference 294.
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 2.0% (b) 0.2% · Other limitations: (a) and (b): - Do not use with nitrosating agents - Maximum nitrosamine content: 50 μg/kg - Keep in nitrite-free containers · 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 294, source row 356 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
Ethanol, 2-((4-amino-2-nitrophenyl)amino)- (HC Red No. 3)
CAS 2871-01-4 · EC 220-701-7
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 5, reference 266.
Conditions: Product scope: (a) Hair dye substance in non-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 0.45% (b) 3.0% · Other limitations: (a) and (b): - Do not use with nitrosating agents - Maximum nitrosamine content: 50 μg/kg - Keep in nitrite-free containers · Warnings: For (a): The mixing ratio. For (a) and (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 266, source row 321 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
Ethanol, 2-[(4-amino-2-methyl-5-nitrophenyl)amino]- and its salts (HC Violet No. 1)
CAS 82576-75-8 · EC 417-600-7
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 5, reference 234.
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 0.25% (b) 0.28% · Other limitations: (a) and (b): - Do not use with nitrosating systems - Maximum nitrosamine content: 50 μg/kg - Keep in nitrite-free containers · 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 234, source row 283 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
Ethanol, 2-[4-[ethyl[(2-hydroxyethyl)amino]-2-nitrophenyl]-amino]-, and its hydrochloride (HC Blue No. 12)
CAS 104516-93-0
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 5, reference 225.
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 0.75% (as hydrochloride) (b) 1.5% (as hydrochloride) · Other limitations: (a) and (b): - Do not use with nitrosating systems - Maximum nitrosamine content: 50 μg/kg - Keep in nitrite-free containers · 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 225, source row 270 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
Ethanol, 2-[4-[ethyl[(2-hydroxyethyl)amino]-2-nitrophenyl]-amino]-, and its hydrochloride (HC Blue No. 12)
CAS 132885-85-9
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 5, reference 225.
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 0.75% (as hydrochloride) (b) 1.5% (as hydrochloride) · Other limitations: (a) and (b): - Do not use with nitrosating systems - Maximum nitrosamine content: 50 μg/kg - Keep in nitrite-free containers · 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 225, source row 271 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
Ethyl lauroyl arginate HCl Ethyl-N-alpha-dodecanoyl-l-arginate hydrochloride
CAS 60372-77-2 · EC 434-630-6
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 5, reference 197.
Conditions: Product scope: (a) Soap (b) Anti-dandruff shampoos (c) Deodorants, not in form of spray · Maximum concentration: (a), (b) and (c): 0.8% · Other limitations: For purposes other than inhibiting the development of microorganisms in the product. This purpose has to be apparent from the presentation of the product.
Source:Schedule 5, reference 197, source row 235 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
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