Moderate Cosmetic Ingredient GHS Classified Sensitization Data

4-Nitro-O-Phenylenediamine

INCI: 4-NITRO-O-PHENYLENEDIAMINE

CAS Number
99-56-9
Function
Hair colorant used in both oxidative (permanent) and direct (semi-permanent) dye formulations
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status restricted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Coal-tar hair dye exemption; CIR Panel concluded safe as oxidative hair dye at current use levels

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
low
Sensitization
high

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GHS Hazard Classification

Globally Harmonized System classification per ECHA C&L inventory and ILO/WHO International Chemical Safety Cards.

Long-term Exposure Effects
Repeated or prolonged contact may cause skin sensitization.

Sensitization Profile

Contact sensitization data for 4-Nitro-O-Phenylenediamine based on clinical patch test studies and IFRA standards.

Sensitization Rate
low
Allergen Class
dye
EU Allergen Listed
no
Patch Test Positive Rate
0.2%
Cross-reactivity Group
para-amino-group
Reaction Type
contact-dermatitis

Source: IVDK; NACDG; ESSCA

Expert Verdict

Restricted under Annex III with concentration limits and mandatory labeling. Must include allergic reaction warning. Not for use on eyebrows or eyelashes.

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

colorant eu_cosing_listed

Frequently Asked Questions

Is 4-Nitro-O-Phenylenediamine safe in cosmetics?

Restricted under Annex III with concentration limits and mandatory labeling. Must include allergic reaction warning. Not for use on eyebrows or eyelashes. The EU classifies 4-Nitro-O-Phenylenediamine as "restricted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is 4-Nitro-O-Phenylenediamine allowed in the EU?

4-Nitro-O-Phenylenediamine EU regulatory status: restricted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does 4-Nitro-O-Phenylenediamine do in cosmetics?

4-Nitro-O-Phenylenediamine functions as: Hair colorant used in both oxidative (permanent) and direct (semi-permanent) dye formulations. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 99-56-9.

What is the Margin of Safety for 4-Nitro-O-Phenylenediamine?

adequate The Margin of Safety (MoS) is calculated using SCCS methodology. A MoS above 100 is generally considered safe. Use the MoS Calculator tool to calculate MoS for your specific formulation and product category.

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