New Zealand cosmetic ingredient regulations
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390 matching recordsPyridine-2,6-diyldiamine (2,6-diaminopyridine)
CAS 141-86-6 · EC 205-507-2
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 5, reference 285.
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 must not exceed 0.15% · 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 285, source row 345 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
Pyridinium, 1-methyl-4-[(methyl-phenylhydrazono)methyl]-, methyl sulfate (Basic Yellow 87)
CAS 68259-00-7 · EC 269-503-2
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 5, reference 275.
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) 1.0% · 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.
Source:Schedule 5, reference 275, source row 332 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
Pyrithione zinc (Zinc pyrithione)
CAS 13463-41-7 · EC 236-671-3
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 5, reference 2.
Conditions: Product scope: Leave-on hair products · Maximum concentration: 0.1% · 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 2, source row 408 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
Quinine (cinchonan-9-ol, 6'-methoxy-, (8alpha, 9R)-) and its salts
CAS 130-95-0 · EC 205-003-2
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 5, reference 21.
Conditions: Product scope: (a) Hair rinse-off products (b) Hair leave-on products · Maximum concentration: (a) 0.5% calculated as quinine base (b) 0.2% calculated as quinine base
Source:Schedule 5, reference 21, source row 40 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
Quinolinium, 4-formyl-1-methyl-, salt with 4-methylbenzenesulfonic acid (1:1) (4-formyl-1-methylquinolinium-p-toluenesulfonate)
CAS 223398-02-5
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 5, reference 274.
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 2.5% · 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 274, source row 331 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
Resorcinol (1,3-benzenediol)
CAS 108-46-3 · EC 203-585-2
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 5, reference 22.
Conditions: Product scope: (a) Hair dye substance in oxidative hair dye products (b) Products intended for colouring eyelashes (c) Hair lotions and shampoos · Maximum concentration: (a) and (b): After mixing under oxidative conditions the maximum concentration applied to hair or eyelashes must not exceed 1.25% (c) 0.5% · Other limitations: (b) For professional use only · Warnings: For (a): The mixing ratio. Contains resorcinol. ⚠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. Rinse hair well after application. Rinse eyes immediately if product comes into contact with them. Do not use to dye eyelashes or eyebrows For (b): The mixing ratio. For professional use only. Contains resorcinol. ⚠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. For (c): Contains resorcinol.
Source:Schedule 5, reference 22, source row 41 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
Rose ketone-3ξ
CAS 57378-68-4
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 5, reference 161.
Conditions: Product scope: (a) Oral products (b) Other products · Maximum concentration: (b) 0.02%
Source:Schedule 5, reference 161, source row 193 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
Rose ketone-4ξ (1-(2,6,6-trimethylcyclohexa-1,3-dien-1-yl)-2-buten-1-one; damascone)
CAS 23696-85-7 · EC 245-833-2
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 5, reference 160.
Conditions: Product scope: (a) Oral products (b) Other products · Maximum concentration: (b) 0.02%
Source:Schedule 5, reference 160, source row 192 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
Rose ketone-5ξ (1-(2,4,4-trimethyl-2-cyclohexen-1-yl)-2-buten-1-one)
CAS 33673-71-1 · EC 251-632-0
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 5, reference 164.
Conditions: Maximum concentration: 0.02%
Source:Schedule 5, reference 164, source row 196 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
Salicylic acid (benzoic acid, 2-hydroxy-)
CAS 69-72-7 · EC 200-712-3
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 5, reference 98.
Conditions: Product scope: (a) Rinse-off hair products (b) Other products except body lotion, eye shadow, mascara, eyeliner, lipstick, roll-on deodorant (c) Body lotion, eye shadow, mascara, eyeliner, lipstick, roll-on deodorant · Maximum concentration: (a) 3.0% (b) 2.0% (c) 0.5% · Other limitations: (a), (b) and (c): - Not to be used in preparations for children under three years of age - Not to be used in applications that may lead to exposure of the end-user’s lungs by inhalation - Not to be used in oral products - For purposes other than inhibiting the development of microorganisms in the product - This purpose has to be apparent from the presentation of the product - These levels are inclusive of any use of salicylic acid · Warnings: Not to be used for children under three years of age.†
Source:Schedule 5, reference 98, source row 127 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
Scentenal (methoxy dicyclopentadiene carboxaldehyde; octahydro-5-methoxy-4,7-methano-1H-indene-2-carboxaldehyde)
CAS 86803-90-9
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 5, reference 171.
Conditions: Maximum concentration: 0.5%
Source:Schedule 5, reference 171, source row 203 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
Selenium disulfide
CAS 7488-56-4 · EC 231-303-8
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 5, reference 49.
Conditions: Product scope: Antidandruff shampoos · Maximum concentration: 1% · Warnings: Contains selenium disulfide. Avoid contact with eyes or damaged skin.
Source:Schedule 5, reference 49, source row 70 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
Silver nitrate
CAS 7761-88-8 · EC 231-853-9
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 5, reference 48.
Conditions: Product scope: Solely for products intended for colouring eyelashes and eyebrows · Maximum concentration: 4% · Warnings: Contains silver nitrate. Rinse the eyes immediately if product comes into contact with them.
Source:Schedule 5, reference 48, source row 69 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
Sodium 1-amino-4-(cyclohexylamino)-9,10-dihydro-9,10-dioxoanthracene-2-sulfonate* (Acid Blue 62; CI 62045)
CAS 4368-56-3
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 5, reference 195.
Conditions: Product scope: Hair dye substance in non-oxidative hair dye products · Maximum concentration: 0.5% · Other limitations: Do not use with nitrosating systems Maximum nitrosamine content: 50 μg/kg Keep in nitrite-free containers
Source:Schedule 5, reference 195, source row 233 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
Sodium 4-[(2-hydroxy-1-naphthyl)azo]benzene sulfonate (Acid Orange 7)
CAS 633-96-5
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 5, reference 318.
Conditions: Product scope: Hair dye substance in non-oxidative hair dye products · Maximum concentration: 0.5%
Source:Schedule 5, reference 318, source row 398 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
Sodium fluoride
CAS 7681-49-4 · EC 231-667-8
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 5, reference 31.
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 sodium 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 31, source row 52 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
Sodium fluorosilicate (disodium hexafluorosilicate)
CAS 16893-85-9 · EC 240-934-8
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 5, reference 40.
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 sodium fluorosilicate. 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 40, source row 61 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
Sodium monofluorophosphate (disodium fluorophosphate)
CAS 10163-15-2
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 5, reference 27.
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 sodium 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 27, source row 47 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
Sodium monofluorophosphate (disodium fluorophosphate)
CAS 7631-97-2
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 5, reference 27.
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 sodium 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 27, source row 48 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
Sodium nitrite
CAS 7632-00-0 · EC 231-555-9
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 5, reference 17.
Conditions: Product scope: Rust inhibitor · Maximum concentration: 0.2% · Other limitations: Do not use with secondary and/or tertiary amines or other substances forming nitrosamines
Source:Schedule 5, reference 17, source row 36 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
Sodium, 4-[(9,10-dihydro-4-hydroxy-9,10-dioxo-1-anthryl)amino]toluene-3-sulfonate (Acid Violet 43)
CAS 4430-18-6
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 5, reference 291.
Conditions: Product scope: Hair dye substance in non-oxidative hair dye products · Maximum concentration: 0.5%
Source:Schedule 5, reference 291, source row 352 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
Stannous fluoride (tin difluoride)
CAS 7783-47-3 · EC 231-999-3
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 5, reference 35.
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 stannous 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 35, source row 56 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
Strontium acetate (strontium acetate hemihydrate)
CAS 543-94-2 · EC 208-854-8
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 5, reference 58.
Conditions: Product scope: Oral products · Maximum concentration: 3.5% calculated as strontium When mixed with other permitted strontium products the total strontium content must not exceed 3.5% · Warnings: Contains strontium acetate. Frequent use by children is not advisable.
Source:Schedule 5, reference 58, source row 80 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
Strontium chloride (strontium chloride hexahydrate)
CAS 10476-85-4 · EC 233-971-6
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 5, reference 57.
Conditions: Product scope: (a) Oral products (b) Shampoo and face care products · Maximum concentration: (a) 3.5% calculated as strontium. When mixed with other permitted strontium products the total strontium content must not exceed 3.5% (b) 2.1% calculated as strontium. When mixed with other permitted strontium products the total strontium content must not exceed 2.1% · Warnings: For (a) and (b): Contains strontium chloride. Frequent use by children is not advisable.
Source:Schedule 5, reference 57, source row 79 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
Strontium hydroxide
CAS 18480-07-4 · EC 242-367-1
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 5, reference 63.
Conditions: Product scope: pH regulator in depilatory products · Maximum concentration: 3.5% calculated as strontium, max. pH of 12.7 · Warnings: Keep out of reach of children. Avoid contact with the eyes.
Source:Schedule 5, reference 63, source row 85 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
Strontium peroxide
CAS 1314-18-7 · EC 215-224-6
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 5, reference 64.
Conditions: Product scope: Rinse-off hair care preparations for professional use · Maximum concentration: 4.5% calculated as strontium in the ready-for-use preparation · Other limitations: All products must meet the hydrogen peroxide release requirements · Warnings: Avoid contact with eyes. Rinse eyes immediately if product comes into contact with them. For professional use only. Wear suitable gloves.
Source:Schedule 5, reference 64, source row 86 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
Tagetes minuta flower extract
CAS 91770-75-1 · EC 294-862-7
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 5, reference 308.
Conditions: Product scope: (a) Leave-on products (b) Rinse-off products · Maximum concentration: (a) 0.01% (b) 0.1% · Other limitations: (a) and (b): - alpha-terthienyl (terthiophen) content in the extract/oil ≤ 0.35% - In case of combined use with Tagetes patula (Schedule 5, entry 309), the total combined content of Tagetes in ready for use preparation shall not exceed the maximum concentration limits set out in the ‘Maximum concentration’ column (a) Not to be used in sunscreen products and products marketed for exposure to natural/artificial UV light
Source:Schedule 5, reference 308, source row 385 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
Tagetes patula flower extract
CAS 91722-29-1 · EC 294-431-3
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 5, reference 309.
Conditions: Product scope: (a) Leave-on products (b) Rinse-off products · Maximum concentration: (a) 0.01% (b) 0.1% · Other limitations: (a) and (b): - alpha-terthienyl (terthiophen) content in the extract/oil ≤ 0.5% - In case of combined use with Tagetes minuta (Schedule 5, entry 308), the total combined content of Tagetes in ready for use preparation shall not exceed the maximum concentration limits set out in the ‘Maximum concentration’ column (a) Not to be used in sunscreen products and products marketed for exposure to natural/artificial UV light
Source:Schedule 5, reference 309, source row 387 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
Tagetes patula flower oil
CAS 8016-84-0 · EC 294-431-3 / -
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 5, reference 309.
Conditions: Product scope: (a) Leave-on products (b) Rinse-off products · Maximum concentration: (a) 0.01% (b) 0.1% · Other limitations: (a) and (b): - alpha-terthienyl (terthiophen) content in the extract/oil ≤ 0.5% - In case of combined use with Tagetes minuta (Schedule 5, entry 308), the total combined content of Tagetes in ready for use preparation shall not exceed the maximum concentration limits set out in the ‘Maximum concentration’ column (a) Not to be used in sunscreen products and products marketed for exposure to natural/artificial UV light
Source:Schedule 5, reference 309, source row 388 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
Talc: hydrated magnesium silicate
CAS 14807-96-6 · EC 238-877-9
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 5, reference 59.
Conditions: Product scope: (a) Powdery products intended to be used for children under three years of age (b) Other products · Warnings: For (a): Keep powder away from children's nose and mouth.
Source:Schedule 5, reference 59, source row 81 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
Targetes minuta flower oil
CAS 8016-84-0
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 5, reference 308.
Conditions: Product scope: (a) Leave-on products (b) Rinse-off products · Maximum concentration: (a) 0.01% (b) 0.1% · Other limitations: (a) and (b): - alpha-terthienyl (terthiophen) content in the extract/oil ≤ 0.35% - In case of combined use with Tagetes patula (Schedule 5, entry 309), the total combined content of Tagetes in ready for use preparation shall not exceed the maximum concentration limits set out in the ‘Maximum concentration’ column (a) Not to be used in sunscreen products and products marketed for exposure to natural/artificial UV light
Source:Schedule 5, reference 308, source row 386 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
Terpene alcohols acetates
CAS 69103-01-1 · EC 273-868-3
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 5, reference 127.
Conditions: Other limitations: Peroxide value less than 10 mmoles/L*
Source:Schedule 5, reference 127, source row 157 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
Terpene hydrocarbons
CAS 68956-56-9 · EC 273-309-3
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 5, reference 128.
Conditions: Other limitations: Peroxide value less than 10 mmoles/L*
Source:Schedule 5, reference 128, source row 158 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
Terpenes and terpenoids
CAS 68917-63-5 · EC 272-842-9
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 5, reference 130.
Conditions: Other limitations: Peroxide value less than 10 mmoles/L*
Source:Schedule 5, reference 130, source row 160 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
Terpenes and terpenoids with the exception of limonene (d-, l- and dl-isomers) listed in Schedule 5, entries 88, 167, and 168
CAS 65996-98-7 · EC 266-034-5
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 5, reference 129.
Conditions: Other limitations: Peroxide value less than 10 mmoles/L*
Source:Schedule 5, reference 129, source row 159 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
Terpinolene (p-mentha-1,4(8)-diene)
CAS 586-62-9 · EC 209-578-0
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 5, reference 133.
Conditions: Other limitations: Peroxide value less than 10 mmoles/L*
Source:Schedule 5, reference 133, source row 163 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
Tetraaminopyrimidine sulfate (2,4,5,6-tetraaminopyrimidine sulfate)
CAS 5392-28-9 · EC 226-393-0
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 5, reference 200.
Conditions: Product scope: (a) Hair dye substance in non-oxidative hair dye products (b) Hair dye substance in non-oxidative hair dye products (c) Products intended for colouring eyelashes · Maximum concentration: (a) After mixing under oxidative conditions the maximum concentration applied to hair or eyelashes must not exceed 3.4% (calculated as sulfate) (b) 3.4% (calculated as sulfate) (c) After mixing under oxidative conditions the maximum concentration applied to hair or eyelashes must not exceed 3.4% (calculated as sulfate) · Other limitations: (c) For professional use only · Warnings: For (a): 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: - 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 (c): 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 200, source row 238 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
Thioglycolic acid and its salts
CAS 68-11-1 · EC 200-677-4
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 5, reference 2a.
Conditions: Product scope: (a) Hair waving or straightening products: (i) General use (ii) Professional use (b) Depilatories (c) Other hair-care products which are removed after application (d) Products intended for eyelash waving (e) Other hair-care products which are removed after application · Maximum concentration: ((a)(i)) 8% ready for use pH 7 to 9.5 ((a)(ii)) 11% ready for use pH 7 to 9.5 (b) 5% ready for use pH 7 to 12.7 (c) 2% ready for use pH to 9.5 (d) 11% The above-mentioned percentages are calculated as thioglycolic acid · Other limitations: Follow the instructions · Warnings: Conditions of use: For (a), (b), (c), and (d): Avoid contact with eyes. Rinse eyes immediately if product comes into contact with them. For (a), (c), and (d): Wear suitable gloves. Warnings: For ((a)(i)), (b), (c): Contains thioglycolate. Follow the instructions. Keep out of reach of children. For ((a)(ii)), and (d): For professional use only. Contains thioglycolate.
Source:Schedule 5, reference 2a, source row 4 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
Thioglycolic acid esters
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 5, reference 2b.
Conditions: Product scope: Hair waving or straightening products: (a) General use (b) Professional use · Maximum concentration: (a) 8% ready for use pH 6 to 9.5 (b) 11% ready for use pH 6 to 9.5 The above-mentioned percentages are calculated as thioglycolic acid · Warnings: Conditions of use: (a) and (b): May cause sensitization in the event of skin contact. Avoid contact with eyes. In the event of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. Wear suitable gloves. Warnings: Contains thioglycolate. Follow the instructions. Keep out of reach of children. For (b): For professional use only.
Source:Schedule 5, reference 2b, source row 5 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
Thuja occidentalis oil and extract e.g. Thuja occidentalis bark extract; leaf; leaf extract; leaf oil; stem extract; stem oil; root extract
CAS 90131-58-1
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 5, reference 119.
Conditions: Other limitations: Peroxide value less than 10 mmoles/L*
Source:Schedule 5, reference 119, source row 149 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
Titanium dioxide in powder form containing 1% or more of particles with aerodynamic diameter ≤ 10 μm
CAS 13463-67-7
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 5, reference 321.
Conditions: Product scope: (a) Face products in loose powder form (b) Hair aerosol spray products (c) Other products · Maximum concentration: (a) 25% (b) 1.4% for general consumers, and 1.1% for professional use · Other limitations: (a) and (b): Only in pigmentary form (c) Not to be used in applications that may lead to exposure of the end-user’s lungs by inhalation
Source:Schedule 5, reference 321, source row 401 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
Titanium dioxide in powder form containing 1% or more of particles with aerodynamic diameter ≤ 10 μm
CAS 1317-70-0
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 5, reference 321.
Conditions: Product scope: (a) Face products in loose powder form (b) Hair aerosol spray products (c) Other products · Maximum concentration: (a) 25% (b) 1.4% for general consumers, and 1.1% for professional use · Other limitations: (a) and (b): Only in pigmentary form (c) Not to be used in applications that may lead to exposure of the end-user’s lungs by inhalation
Source:Schedule 5, reference 321, source row 402 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
Titanium dioxide in powder form containing 1% or more of particles with aerodynamic diameter ≤ 10 μm
CAS 1317-80-2
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 5, reference 321.
Conditions: Product scope: (a) Face products in loose powder form (b) Hair aerosol spray products (c) Other products · Maximum concentration: (a) 25% (b) 1.4% for general consumers, and 1.1% for professional use · Other limitations: (a) and (b): Only in pigmentary form (c) Not to be used in applications that may lead to exposure of the end-user’s lungs by inhalation
Source:Schedule 5, reference 321, source row 403 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
Toluene (benzene, methyl-)
CAS 108-88-3 · EC 203-625-9
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 5, reference 185.
Conditions: Product scope: Nail products · Maximum concentration: 25% · Warnings: Keep out of reach of children. To be used by adults only.
Source:Schedule 5, reference 185, source row 219 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
Toluene-2,5-diamine and its saltsϖ e.g. 1,4-benzenediamine, 2-methyl-; toluene-2,5-diamine; 2,5-diaminotoluene sulfate; toluene-2,5-diamine sulfate
CAS 95-70-5 · EC 202-442-1
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 5, reference 9a.
Conditions: Product scope: (a) Hair dye substance in oxidative hair dye products: (i) General use (ii) Professional use (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 2.0% (calculated as free base) or 3.6% (calculated as sulfate salt) · Other limitations: ((a)(ii)) and (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. Contains phenylenediamines (toluenediamines). For ((a)(i)): Do not use to dye eyelashes or eyebrows. For ((a)(ii)): Wear suitable gloves. 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 the 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. Contains phenylenediamines (toluenediamines). Wear suitable gloves.
Source:Schedule 5, reference 9a, source row 22 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
Toluene-2,5-diamine and its saltsϖ e.g. 1,4-benzenediamine, 2-methyl-; toluene-2,5-diamine; 2,5-diaminotoluene sulfate; toluene-2,5-diamine sulfate
CAS 615-50-9 · EC 210-431-8
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 5, reference 9a.
Conditions: Product scope: (a) Hair dye substance in oxidative hair dye products: (i) General use (ii) Professional use (b) Products intended for colouring eyelashes · Maximum concentration: After mixing under oxidative conditions the maximum concentration applied to hair or eyelashes must not exceed 2.0% (calculated as free base) or 3.6% (calculated as sulfate salt) · Other limitations: 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. Contains phenylenediamines (toluenediamines). For ((a)(i)): Do not use to dye eyelashes or eyebrows. For ((a)(ii)): Wear suitable gloves. 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 the 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. Contains phenylenediamines (toluenediamines). Wear suitable gloves.
Source:Schedule 5, reference 9a, source row 23 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
Tosylchloramide sodium (chloramine-T)
CAS 127-65-1 · EC 204-854-7
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 5, reference 5.
Conditions: Maximum concentration: 0.2%
Source:Schedule 5, reference 5, source row 9 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
Treemoss extract (Evernia furfuracea extract)
CAS 90028-67-4
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 5, reference 92.
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 92, source row 121 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
Trialkylamines, trialkanolamines and their salts
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 5, reference 62.
Conditions: Product scope: (a) Non-rinse-off products (b) Other products · Maximum concentration: (a) 2.5% · Other limitations: (a) and (b): - Do not use with nitrosating systems - Minimum purity: 99% - Maximum secondary amine content: 0.5% (applies to raw materials) - Maximum nitrosamine content: 50 μg/kg - Keep in nitrite-free containers
Source:Schedule 5, reference 62, source row 84 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
Triclocarban§ (1-(4-chlorophenyl)-3-(3,4-dichlorophenyl)urea)
CAS 101-20-2 · EC 202-924-1
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 5, reference 100.
Conditions: Product scope: Rinse-off products · Maximum concentration: 1.5% · Other limitations: Purity criteria: - 3,3',4,4'-Tetrachloroazobenzene: ≤ 1 ppm - 3,3',4,4'-Tetrachloroazoxybenzene: ≤ 1 ppm 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 100, source row 129 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30
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