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Hair dye intermediate

6-AMINO-M-CRESOL

CAS 2835-98-5
38

Safety score · 0–100

Caution

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

Aromatic amine used as a coupler in permanent oxidative hair dyes. EU Annex III restricts maximum concentration and labeling because of skin sensitization risk and population restrictions.

Skin benefits

  • Oxidative hair dye intermediate
  • Contributes to color development in permanent hair coloring

Known concerns

  • Known skin sensitizer in hair dye context
  • Listed in EU Annex III with strict concentration limits
  • Requires patch testing per labeling rules
  • Not for use on eyebrows, eyelashes or persons under 16

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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