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Council Directive of 27 July 1976 on the approximation of the laws of the Member States relating to cosmetic products (76/768/EEC) (repealed)

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ANNEX IIIU.K.

[F1PART 1 U.K. LIST OF SUBSTANCES WHICH COSMETIC PRODUCTS MUST NOT CONTAIN EXCEPT SUBJECT TO THE RESTRICTIONS AND CONDITIONS LAID DOWN

a

These substances may be used singly or in combination provided that the sum of the ratios of the levels of each of them in the cosmetic product expressed with reference to the maximum level authorized for each of them does not exceed 1.

b

Only if the concentration exceeds 0,05 %.

c

These substances may be used singly or in combination provided that the sum of the ratios of the levels of each of them in the cosmetic product expressed with reference to the maximum level authorized for each of them does not exceed 2.

d

[F2The quantity of sodium, potassium or lithium hydroxide is expressed as weight of sodium hydroxide. In cases of mixtures, the sum should not exceed the limits given in column d.]

e

[F3These substances may be used singly or in combination provided that the sum of the ratios of the levels of each of them in the cosmetic product expressed with reference to the maximum level authorised for each of them does not exceed 1.]

f

[F3The concentration of sodium, potassium or lithium hydroxide is expressed as weight of sodium hydroxide. In case of mixtures, the sum should not exceed the limits given in column d.] ]

[F1Reference number Substance Restrictions Conditions of use and warnings which must be printed on the label
Field of application and/or use Maximum authorized concentration in the finished cosmetic product Other limitations and requirements
a b c d e f
[F41a [F5Boric acid, borates and tetraborates with the exception of substance No in Annex II]

(a) Talc

(a) 5 % (by mass/mass as boric acid)

(a)

1.

Not to be used in products for children under 3 years of age

2.

Not to be used on peeling or irritated skin if the concentration of free soluble borates exceeds 1,5 % (by mass/mass as boric acid)

(a)

1.

Not to be used for children under 3 years of age

2.

Not to be used on peeling or irritated skin

(b) Products for all hygiène

(b) 0,1 % (by mass/mass as boric acid)

(b)

1.

Not to be used in products for children under 3 years of age

(b)

1.

Not to be swallowed

2.

Not to be used for children under 3 years of age

(c) Other products (excluding bath products and hair waving products)

(c) 3 % (by mass/mass as boric acid)

(c)

1.

Not to be used in products for children under 3 years of age

2.

Not to be used on peeling or irritated skin if the concentration of free soluble borates exceeds 1,5 % (by mass/mass as boric acid)

(c)

1.

Not to be used for children under 3 years of age

2.

Not to be used on peeling or irritated skin

1b Tetraborates

(a) Bath products

(a) 18 % (by mass/mass as boric acid)

(a) Not to be used in products for children under 3 years of age

(a) Not to be used of bathing children under 3 years of age

(b) Hair waving products

(b) 8 % (by mass/mass as boric acid)

(b) Rinse well] ]

[F62a Thioglycollic acid and its salts

(a) Hair waving or straightening products:

(a) (b) (c): The directions for use drawn up in the national or official language(s) must obligatorily incorporate the following sentences:

  • Avoid contact with eyes

  • In the event of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice

  • Wear suitable gloves ((a) and (c) only)

(a):

  • Contains thioglycolate

  • Follow the instructions

  • Keep out of reach of children

  • For professional use only

(b) and (c):

  • Contains thioglycolate

  • Follow the instructions

  • Keep out of reach of children

general use

  • 8 % ready for use

    pH 7 to 9,5

professional use

  • 11 % ready for use

    pH 7 to 9,5

(b) Depilatories

  • 5 % ready for use

    pH 7 to 12,7

(c) Other hair-caire products which are removed after application

  • 2 % ready for use

    pH to 9,5

The abovementioned percentages are calculated as thioglycollic acid

2b Thioglycollic acid esters Hair waving or straightening products:

The directions for use drawn up in the national or official language(s) must obligatorily incorporate the following sentences:

  • 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

  • Contains thioglycolate

  • Follow the instructions

  • Keep out of reach of children

general use

8 % ready for use pH 6 to 9,5

professional use

11 % ready for use pH 6 to 9,5

For professional use only

The abovementioned percentages are calculated as thioglycollic acid]
[F13 Oxalic acid, its esters and alcaline salts Hair care products 5 % For professional use only
4 Ammonia 6 % calculated as NH 3 Above 2 %: contains ammonia
5 Tosylchloramide sodium (*) 0·2 %
6 Chlorates of alkali metals

(a) Toothpaste

(b) Other uses

(a) 5 %

(b) 3 %

7 Dichloromethane

35 %

(when mixed with 1,1,1-trichloroethane, total concentration must not exceed 35 %)

0·2 % as maximum impurity content
8 [F5p-Phenylenediamine, its N-substituted derivatives and its salts; N-substituted derivatives of o-Phenylenediamine e , with exception of those derivatives listed elsewhere in this Annex] Oxidizing colouring agents for hair dyeing 6 % calculated as free base

(a) general use

(a) Can cause an allergic reaction. [F7] Contains phenylenediamines. Do not use to dye eyelashes or eyebrows

(b) professional use

(b) For professional use only. Contains phenylenediamines. Can cause an allergic reaction. [F7] [F8Wear suitable gloves.]

9 [F9Methylphenylenediamines, their N -substituted derivatives and their salts a with the exception of substance No 364 in Annex II] Oxidizing colouring agents for hair dyeing 10 % calculated as free base

(a) general use

(a) Can cause an allergic reaction. [F7] Contains phenylenediamines. Do not use to dye eyelashes or eyebrows

(b) professional use

(b) For professional use only. Contains phenylenediamines. Can cause en allergic reaction. [F7] [F8Wear suitable gloves.]

10 Diaminophenols a Oxidizing colouring agents for hair dyeing 10 % calculated as free base

(a) general use

(a) Can cause an allergic reaction. [F7] Contains diaminophenols. Do not use to dye eyelashes or eyebrows

(b) professional use

(b) For professional use only. Contains diaminophenols. Can cause allergic reaction. [F7]

[F8Wear suitable gloves.] ]

[F1011 Dichlorophen (*) 0,5 % Contains dichlorophen]
[F1112 Hydrogen peroxide, and other compounds or mixtures that release hydrogen peroxide, including carbamide peroxide and zinc peroxide

(a) Hair-caire preparations

12 % of H 2 O 2 (40 volumes), present or released

[F8(a): Wear suitable gloves]

(b) Skin-care preparations

4 % of H 2 O 2 , present or released

(a) (b) (c): Contains hydrogen peroxide.

(c) Nail hardening preparations

2 % of H 2 O 2 , present or released

Avoid contact with eyes.

Rinse immediately if product comes into contact with them

(d) Oral hygiene products

0,1  % of H 2 O 2 , present or released ]
[F113 Formaldehyde Nail hardeners 5 % calculated as formaldehyde Protect cuticles with grease or oil. Contains formaldehyde b .]
[F1214 Hydroquinone c

(a) Oxidising colouring agent for hair-dying:

0,3 %

(a)

1.
  • Do not use to dye eyelashes or eyebrows

1. General use

  • Rinse the eyes immediately if the product comes into contact with them

  • Contains hydroquinone

2. Professional use

2.

  • For professional use only

  • Contains hydroquinone

  • Rinse the eyes immediately if the product comes into contact with them

(b) Artificial nail systems

0,02 % (after mixing for use) Professional use only

(b)

  • For professional use only

  • Avoid skin contact

  • Read directions for use carefully]

[F215a Potassium or sodium hydroxide

(a) Nail cuticle solvent

(a) 5 % by weight d

(a) Contains alkali. Avoid contact with eyes. Can cause blindness. Keep out of reach of children

(b) Hair straightener

(b)

(b)

1. General use

1. 2 % by weight d

1. Contains alkali. Avoid contact with eyes. Can cause blindness. Keep out of reach of children

2. Professional use

2. 4,5 % by weight d

2. For professional use only. Avoid contact with eyes. Can cause blindness.

(c) pH adjuster

  • depilatories

(c) Up to pH 12,7

(c) Keep out of reach of children. Avoid contact with eyes

(d) Other uses as pH adjuster

(d) Up to pH 11

[F1315b Lithium hydroxide

(a) Hair straighteners

(a) (a)

1. General use

1. 2 % f  by weight

1. Contains alkali

Avoid contact with eyes

Can cause blindness

Keep out of reach of children

2. Professional use

2. 4,5 % f  by weight

2. For professional use only

Avoid contact with eyes

Can cause blindness

(b) pH ajuster — for depilatories

(b) pH value not to exceed pH 12,7

(b) Contains alkali

Keep out of reach of children

Avoid contact with eyes

(c) Other uses — as pH adjuster (for rinse-off products only)

(c) pH value not to exceed pH 11

15c Calcium hydroxide Hair straighteners containing two components: calcium hydroxide and a guanidine salt

(a) 7 % by weight of calcium hydroxide

(a) Contains alkali

Avoid contact with eyes

Keep out of reach of children

Can cause blindness

(b) pH ajuster — for depilatories

(b) pH value not to exceed pH 12,7

(b) Contains alkali

Keep out of reach of children

Avoid contact with eyes

(c) Other uses (e.g. pH adjuster, processing aid)

(c) pH value not to exceed pH 11

] ]
[F1 [F1316 1-Naphthol (CAS No 90-15-3) and its salts Oxidising colouring agents for hair dyening 2,0 % In combination with hydrogen peroxide the maximum use concentration upon application is 1,0 % Can cause allergie reaction]
17 Sodium nitrite Rust inhibitor 0,2 % Do not use with secondary and/or tertiary amines or other substances forming nitrosamines
18 Nitromethane Rust inhibitor 0,3 %
[ F14. . . . .]
[F7]
21 Quinine and its salts

(a) Shampoos

(a) 0,5 % calculated as quinine base

(b) Hair lotions

(b) 0,2 % calculated as quinine base

22 Resorcinol c

(a) Oxidizing colouring agent for hair dyeing

(a) 5 %

(a)

1. general use

1. Contains resorcinol. Rinse hair well after application. Do not use to dye eyelashes or eyebrows.

Rinse eyes immediately if product comes into contact with them

2. professional use

2. For professional use only. Contains resorcinol.

Rinse eyes immediately if product comes into contact with them

(b) Hair lotions and shampoos

(b) 0,5 %

(b) Contains resorcinol

23

(a) Alkali sulphides

(a) Depilatories

(a) 2 % calculated as sulphur pH ≤ 12,7

(a) Keep out of reach of children. Avoid contact with eyes

(b) Alkaline earth sulphides

(b) Depilatories

(b) 6 % calculated as sulphur pH ≤ 12,7

(b) Keep out of reach of children. Avoid contact with eyes

24 Water-soluble zinc salts with the exception of zinc 4-hydroxy-benzenesulphonate and zinc pyrithione 1 % calculated as zinc
25 Zinc 4-hydroxybenzene sulphonate Deodorants, antiperspirants and astringent lotions 6 % calculated as % of anhydrous substance Avoid contact with eyes
26 Sodium monofluorophosphate Oral hygiene products 0,15 % calculated as F. When mixed with other fluorine compounds permitted under this Annex, total F concentration must not exceed 0,15 % Contains ammonium monofluorophosphate
27 Sodium monofluorophosphate Ditto

0,15 %

Ditto

Contains sodium monofluorophosphate
28 Potassium monofluorophosphate Ditto

0,15 %

Ditto

Contains potassium monofluorophosphate
29 Calcium monofluorophosphate Ditto

0,15 %

Ditto

Contains calcium monofluorophosphate
30 Calcium fluoride Ditto

0,15 %

Ditto

Contains calcium fluoride
31 Sodium fluoride Ditto

0,15 %

Ditto

Contains sodium fluoride
32 Potassium fluoride Ditto

0,15 %

Ditto

Contains potassium fluoride
33 Ammonium fluoride Ditto

0,15 %

Ditto

Contains ammonium fluoride
34 Aluminium fluoride Ditto

0,15 %

Ditto

Contains aluminium fluoride
35 Stannous fluoride Ditto

0,15 %

Ditto

Contains stannous fluoride
36 Hexadecyl ammonium fluoride Ditto

0,15 %

Ditto

Contains hexadecyl ammonium fluoride
37 3-( N -Hexadecyl- N -2-hydroxyethylammonio) propylbis (2-hydroxyethyl) ammonium difluoride Ditto

0,15 %

Ditto

Contains 3-( N -Hexadecyl- N -2-hydroxyethylammonio) propylbis (2-hydroxyethyl) ammonium difluoride
38 NN'N' -Tris(polyoxyethylene)- N -hexadecylpropylenediamine dihydrofluoride Ditto

0,15 %

Ditto

Contains NN'N' -tris(polyoxyethylene)- N -hexadecylpropylenediamine dihydrofluoride
39 Octadecenyl-ammonium fluoride Ditto

0,15 %

Ditto

Contains octadecenyl-ammonium fluoride
40 Sodium fluorosilicate Ditto

0,15 %

Ditto

Contains sodium fluorosilicate
41 Potassium fluorosilicate Ditto

0,15 %

Ditto

Contains potassium fluorosilicate
42 Ammonium fluorosilicate Ditto

0,15 %

Ditto

Contains ammonium fluorosilicate
43 Magnesium fluorosilicate Ditto

0,15 %

Ditto

Containes (SIC! Contains) magnesium fluorosilicate]
[F1544 1,3-Bis (hydroxymethyl)imidazolidine-2-thione

(a) Hair-care preparations

(b) Nail-care preparations

(a) Up to 2 %

(b) Up to 2 %

(a) Prohibited in aerosol dispensers (sprays)

(b) The pH of the product as applied must be less than 4

Contains 1,3-bis (hydroxymethyl) immidazolidine-2-thione]
[F145 Benzyl alcohol Solvents, perfumes and flavourings ]
[F1646 6-methylcoumarin Oral hygiene products 0,003 % ]
[F1747 Nicomethanol hydrofluoride Oral hygiene products

0,15 %

calculated as F

When mixed with other fluorine compounds permitted under this Annex, total F concentration must not exceed 0,15 %

Contains nicomethanol hydrofluoride
48 Silver nitrate Solely for products intended for colouring eyelashes and eyebrows 4 %
  • Contains silver nitrate

  • Rinse the eyes immediately if product comes into contact with them]

[F1849 Selenium disulphide Antidandruff shampoos 1 %
  • Contains selenium disulphide

  • Avoid contact with eyes or damaged skin

50

Aluminium zirconium chloride hydroxyde complexes

Al x Zr(OH) y Cl z and the aluminium zirconium chloride sydroxide glycine complexes

Antiperspirants

20 % as anhydrous aluminium zirconium chloride hydroxide

5,4 % as zirconium

1. The ratio of the number of aluminium atoms to that of zirconium atoms must be between two an 10

2. The ratio of the number of (Al + Zr) atoms to that of chlorine atoms must be between 0,9 and 2,1

3. Prohibited in aerosol dispensers (sprays)

Do not apply to irritated or damaged skin]
[F651 Quinolin-8-ol and bis (8-hydroxy-quinolium) sulphate Stabilizer for hydrogen peroxide in rinse-off hair-care preparations 0,3 % calculated as base
Stabilizer for hydrogen peroxide in non-rinse-off hair-care preparations 0,03 % calculated as base ]
[F1052 Methanol Denaturant for ethanol and isopropyl alcohol 5 % calculated as a % ethanol and isopropyl acohol ]
[F653 Etidronic acid and its salts (1-hydroxyethylidene-di-phosphonic acid and its salts)

(a) Hair-care

1,5 % expressed as etidronic acid [F19]

(b) Soap

0,2 % expressed as etidronic acid
54 1-Phenoxy-propan-2-ol

Rinse-off products only

2 % As a preservative, see Annex VI, Part 1, No 43

Prohibited in oral hygiene products

]
[ F20. . . . .]
[F2156 Magnesium fluoride Dental hygiene products 0,15 % calculated as F. When mixed with other fluorine compounds permitted under this Annex, total F concentration must not exceed 0,15 % Contains magnesium fluoride]
[F2257 Strontium chloride hexahydrate

(a) Toothpaste

3,5 %, calculated as strontium. When mixed with other permitted strontium products the total strontium content must not exceed 3,5 % Contains strontium chloride. Frequent use by children is not advisable

(b) Shampoo and face care products

2,1 %, calculated as strontium. When mixed with other permitted strontium products the total strontium content must not exceed 2,1 % ]
[F1158 Strontium acetate hemihydrate Toothpaste 3,5 %, calculated as strontium. When mixed with other permitted strontium products the total strontium content must not exceed 3,5 % Contains strontium acetate. Frequent use by children is not advisable]
[F2359 Talc: Hydrated magnesium silicate

(a) Powdery products intended to be used for children under three years of age

(b) other products

[X1(a) Keep powder away from children's nose and mouth] ]

[F1260 Fatty acid dialkylamides and dialkanolamides Maximum secondary amine content: 0,5 %
  • Do not use with nitrosating systems

  • Maximum secondary amine content: 5 % (applies to raw materials)

  • Maximum nitrosamine content: 50 μg/kg

  • Keep in nitrite-free containers

61 Monoalkylamines, monoalkanolamines and their salts Maximum secondary amine content: 0,5 %
  • 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

62 Trialkylamines, trialkanolamines and their salts

(a) Non-rinse-off products

(b) Other products

(a) 2,5 %

(a) (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

]
[F2363 Strontium hydroxide pH-regulator in depilatory products 3,5 % calculated as strontium, max. pH of 12,7
  • Keep out of reach of children

  • Avoid contact with the eyes

64 Strontium peroxide Rinse-off hair care preparations professional use 4,5 % calculated as strontium in the ready-for-use preparation All products must meet the hydrogen peroxide release requirements
  • Avoid contact with eyes

  • Rinse eyes immediately if product comes into contact with them

  • For professional use only

  • Wear suitable gloves]

[F2465 Benzalkonium Chloride, bromide and saccharinate

(a) Rinse-off hair (head) care products

(a) 3 % (as benzalkonium chloride)

(a) In the final products the concentrations of benzalkonium chloride, bromide and saccharinate with an alkyl chain of C 14 , or less must not exceed 0,1 % (as benzalkonium chloride)

(a) Avoid contact with the eyes

(b) Other products

(b) 0,1 % (as benzalkonium chloride)

(b) Avoid contact with the eyes]

[F366 Polyacrylamides

(a) Body-care leave-on products

(a) Maximum residual acrylamide content 0,1 mg/kg

(b) Other cosmetic products

(b) Maximum residual acrylamide content 0,5 mg/kg

]
[F2567

Amyl cinnamal

(CAS No 122-40-7)

The presence of the substance must be indicated in the list of ingredients referred to in Article 6(1)(g) when its concentration exceeds:

  • 0,001 % in leave-on products

  • 0,01 % in rinse-off products

68

Benzyl alcohol

(CAS No 100-51-6)

The presence of the substance must be indicated in the list of ingredients referred to in Article 6(1)(g) when its concentration exceeds:

  • 0,001 % in leave-on products

  • 0,01 % in rinse-off products

69

Cinnamyl alcohol

(CAS No 104-54-1)

The presence of the substance must be indicated in the list of ingredients referred to in Article 6(1)(g) when its concentration exceeds:

  • 0,001 % in leave-on products

  • 0,01 % in rinse-off products

70

Citral

(CAS No 5392-40-5)

The presence of the substance must be indicated in the list of ingredients referred to in Article 6(1)(g) when its concentration exceeds:

  • 0,001 % in leave-on products

  • 0,01 % in rinse-off products

71

Eugenol

(CAS No 97-53-0)

The presence of the substance must be indicated in the list of ingredients referred to in Article 6(1)(g) when its concentration exceeds:

  • 0,001 % in leave-on products

  • 0,01 % in rinse-off products

72

Hydroxy-citronellal

(CAS No 107-75-5)

The presence of the substance must be indicated in the list of ingredients referred to in Article 6(1)(g) when its concentration exceeds:

  • 0,001 % in leave-on products

  • 0,01 % in rinse-off products

73

Isoeugenol

(CAS No 97-54-1)

The presence of the substance must be indicated in the list of ingredients referred to in Article 6(1)(g) when its concentration exceeds:

  • 0,001 % in leave-on products

  • 0,01 % in rinse-off products

74

Amylcin namyl alcohol

(CAS No 101-85-9)

The presence of the substance must be indicated in the list of ingredients referred to in Article 6(1)(g) when its concentration exceeds:

  • 0,001 % in leave-on products

  • 0,01 % in rinse-off products

75

Benzyl salicylate

(CAS No 118-58-1)

The presence of the substance must be indicated in the list of ingredients referred to in Article 6(1)(g) when its concentration exceeds:

  • 0,001 % in leave-on products

  • 0,01 % in rinse-off products

76

Cinnamal

(CAS No 104-55-2)

The presence of the substance must be indicated in the list of ingredients referred to in Article 6(1)(g) when its concentration exceeds:

  • 0,001 % in leave-on products

  • 0,01 % in rinse-off products

77

Coumarin

(CAS No 91-64-5)

The presence of the substance must be indicated in the list of ingredients referred to in Article 6(1)(g) when its concentration exceeds:

  • 0,001 % in leave-on products

  • 0,01 % in rinse-off products

78

Geraniol

(CAS No 106-24-1)

The presence of the substance must be indicated in the list of ingredients referred to in Article 6(1)(g) when its concentration exceeds:

  • 0,001 % in leave-on products

  • 0,01 % in rinse-off products

79

Hydroxy-methylpentylcyclohexenecarboxaldehyde

(CAS No 31906-04-4)

The presence of the substance must be indicated in the list of ingredients referred to in Article 6(1)(g) when its concentration exceeds:

  • 0,001 % in leave-on products

  • 0,01 % in rinse-off products

80

Anisyl alcohol

(CAS No 105-13-5)

The presence of the substance must be indicated in the list of ingredients referred to in Article 6(1)(g) when its concentration exceeds:

  • 0,001 % in leave-on products

  • 0,01 % in rinse-off products

81

Benzyl cinnamate

(CAS No 103-41-3)

The presence of the substance must be indicated in the list of ingredients referred to in Article 6(1)(g) when its concentration exceeds:

  • 0,001 % in leave-on products

  • 0,01 % in rinse-off products

82

Farnesol

(CAS No 4602-84-0)

The presence of the substance must be indicated in the list of ingredients referred to in Article 6(1)(g) when its concentration exceeds:

  • 0,001 % in leave-on products

  • 0,01 % in rinse-off products

83

2-(4-tert-Butylbenzyl) propionaldehyde

(CAS No 80-54-6)

The presence of the substance must be indicated in the list of ingredients referred to in Article 6(1)(g) when its concentration exceeds:

  • 0,001 % in leave-on products

  • 0,01 % in rinse-off products

84

Linalool

(CAS No 78-70-6)

The presence of the substance must be indicated in the list of ingredients referred to in Article 6(1)(g) when its concentration exceeds:

  • 0,001 % in leave-on products

  • 0,01 % in rinse-off products

85

Benzyl benzoate

(CAS No 120-51-4)

The presence of the substance must be indicated in the list of ingredients referred to in Article 6(1)(g) when its concentration exceeds:

  • 0,001 % in leave-on products

  • 0,01 % in rinse-off products

86

Citronellol

(CAS No 106-22-9)

The presence of the substance must be indicated in the list of ingredients referred to in Article 6(1)(g) when its concentration exceeds:

  • 0,001 % in leave-on products

  • 0,01 % in rinse-off products

87

Hexyl cinnam-aldehyde

(CAS No 101-86-0)

The presence of the substance must be indicated in the list of ingredients referred to in Article 6(1)(g) when its concentration exceeds:

  • 0,001 % in leave-on products

  • 0,01 % in rinse-off products

88

d-Limonene

(CAS No 5989-27-5)

The presence of the substance must be indicated in the list of ingredients referred to in Article 6(1)(g) when its concentration exceeds:

  • 0,001 % in leave-on products

  • 0,01 % in rinse-off products

89

Methyl heptin carbonate

(CAS No 111-12-6)

The presence of the substance must be indicated in the list of ingredients referred to in Article 6(1)(g) when its concentration exceeds:

  • 0,001 % in leave-on products

  • 0,01 % in rinse-off products

90

3-Methyl-4-(2,6,6-tri-methyl-2-cyclohexen-1-yl)-3-buten-2-one

(CAS No 127-51-5)

The presence of the substance must be indicated in the list of ingredients referred to in Article 6(1)(g) when its concentration exceeds:

  • 0,001 % in leave-on products

  • 0,01 % in rinse-off products

91

Oak moss extract

(CAS No 90028-68-5)

The presence of the substance must be indicated in the list of ingredients referred to in Article 6(1)(g) when its concentration exceeds:

  • 0,001 % in leave-on products

  • 0,01 % in rinse-off products

92

Treemoss extract

(CAS No 90028-67-4)

The presence of the substance must be indicated in the list of ingredients referred to in Article 6(1)(g) when its concentration exceeds:

  • 0,001 % in leave-on products

  • 0,01 % in rinse-off products

]
[F2693 2,4-Diamino-pyrimidine-3-oxide (CAS No 74638-76-9) Hair care formulations 1,5 %
94 Benzoyl peroxide Artificial nail systems 0,7 % (after mixing) Professional use only
  • For professional use only

  • Avoid skin contact

  • Read directions for use carefully

95 Hydroquinone methylether Artificial nail systems 0,02 % (after mixing for use) Professional use only
  • For professional use only

  • Avoid skin contact

  • Read directions for use carefully]

[F2796 Musk xylene (CAS No 81-15-2) All cosmetic products, with the exception of oral care products
(a)

1,0 % in fine fragrance

(b)

0,4 % in eau de toilette

(c)

0,03 % in other products

97 Musk ketone (CAS No 81-14-1) All cosmetic products, with the exception of oral care products
(a)

1,4 % in fine fragrance

(b)

0,56 % in eau de toilette

(c)

0,042 % in other products

]

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[F28 [F29Part 2] U.K. LIST OF SUBSTANCES PROVISIONALLY ALLOWED

Reference number Substance Restrictions Conditions of use and warnings which must be printed on the label Allowed until
Field of application and/or use Maximum authorized concentration in the finished cosmetic product Other limitations and requirements
a b c d e f g
[F31 Basic Blue 7 (CAS No 2390-60-5) Non-oxidising colouring agents for hair dyeing 0,2 % Can cause allergic reaction [F3031.08.2006
2 2-Amino-3-nitrophenol (CAS No 603-85-0) and its salts

(a) Oxidising colouring agents for hair dyeing

(a) 3,0 %

In combination with hydrogen peroxide the maximum use concentration upon application is 1,5 %

(a) (b) Can cause allergic reaction

31.08.2006

(b) Non-oxidising colouring agents for hair dyeing

(b) 3,0 %

3 4-Amino-3-nitrophenol (CAS No 610-81-1) and its salts

(a) Oxidising colouring agents for hair dyeing

(a) 3,0 %

In combination with hydrogen peroxide the maximum use concentration upon application is 1,5 %

(a) (b) Can cause allergic reaction

[F3031.12.2006

(b) Non-oxidising colouring agents for hair dyeing

(b) 3,0 %

4 2,7-Naphthalenediol (CAS no 582-17-2) and its salts Oxidising colouring agents for hair dyeing 1,0 % In combination with hydrogen peroxide the maximum use concentration upon application is 0,5 % 31.12.2006
5 m-Aminophenol (CAS no 591-27-5) and its salts Oxidising colouring agents for hair dyeing 2,0 % In combination with hydrogen peroxide the maximum use concentration upon application is 1,0 % Can cause allergic reaction 31.12.2006
6 2,6-Dihydroxy-3,4-dimethylpyridine (CAS No 84540-47-6) and its salts Oxidising colouring agents for hair dyeing 2,0 % In combination with hydrogen peroxide the maximum use concentration upon application is 1,0 % Can cause allergic reaction 31.12.2006
7 4-Hydroxypropylamino-3-nitrophenol (CAS No 92952-81-3) and its salts

(a) Oxidising colouring agents for hair dyeing

(a) 5,2 %

In combination with hydrogen peroxide the maximum use concentration upon application is 2,6 %

(a) (b) Can cause allergic reaction

31.12.2006

(b) Non-oxidising colouring agents for hair dyeing

(b) 2,6 %

8 6-Nitro-2,5-pyridinediamine (CAS No 69825-83-8) and its salts Non-oxidising colouring agent for hair dyeing 3,0 % Can cause allergic reaction 31.08.2006
9 HC Blue No 11 (CAS No 23920-15-2) and its salts

(a) Oxidising colouring agents for hair dyeing

(a) 3,0 %

In combination with hydrogen peroxide the maximum use concentration upon application is 1,5 %

(a) (b) Can cause allergic reaction

31.12.2006

(b) Non-oxidising colouring agents for hair dyeing

(b) 2,0 %

10 Hydroxyethyl-2-nitro-p-toluidine (CAS No 100418-33-5) and its salts

(a) Oxidising colouring agents for hair dyeing

(a) 2,0 %

In combination with hydrogen peroxide the maximum use concentration upon application is 1,0 %

(a) (b) Can cause allergic reaction

31.12.2006

(b) Non-oxidising colouring agents for hair dyeing

(b) 1,0 %

11 2-Hydroxyethylpicramic acid (CAS No 99610-72-7) and its salts

(a) Oxidising colouring agents for hair dyeing

(a) 3,0 %

In combination with hydrogen peroxide the maximum use concentration upon application is 1,5 %

(a) (b) Can cause allergic reaction

31.12.2006

(b) Non-oxidising colouring agents for hair dyeing

(b) 2,0 %

12 p-Methylaminophenol (CAS No 150-75-4) and its salts Oxidising colouring agent for hair dyeing 3,0 % In combination with hydrogen peroxide the maximum use concentration upon application is 1,5 % Can cause allergic reaction 31.12.2006
13 2,4-Diamino-5-methylphenoxyethanol (CAS No 141614-05-3) and its salts Oxidising colouring agent for hair dyeing 3,0 % In combination with hydrogen peroxide the maximum use concentration upon application is 1,5 % Can cause allergic reaction 31.08.2006
14 HC Violet No 2 CAS No 104226-19-9) and its salts Non-oxidising colouring agent for hair dyeing 2,0 % 31.12.2006
15 Hydroxyethyl-2,6-dinitro-p-anisidine (CAS No 122252-11-3) and its salts Non-oxidising colouring agent for hair dyeing 3,0 % Can cause allergic reaction 31.08.2006
16 HC Blue No 12 (CAS No 104516-93-0) and its salts

(a) Oxidising colouring agents for hair dyeing

(a) 1,5 %

In combination with hydrogen peroxide the maximum use concentration upon application is 0,75 %

(a) (b) Can cause allergic reaction

31.12.2006

(b) Non-oxidising colouring agents for hair dyeing

(b) 1,5 %

17 [X22,4-Diamino-5 methyphenetol (CAS No 113715-25-6) and its salts] Oxidising colouring agents for hair dyeing 2,0 % In combination with hydrogen peroxide the maximum use concentration upon application is 1,0 % Can cause allergic reaction 31.08.2006
18 1,3-Bis-(2,4-diaminophenoxy)propane (CAS No 81892-72-0) and its salts Oxidising colouring agents for hair dyeing 2,0 % In combination with hydrogen peroxide the maximum use concentration upon application is 1,0 % Can cause allergic reaction 31.12.2006
19 [X23-Amino-2,4-dichlorophenol (CAS No 61693-43-4) and its salts] Oxidising colouring agents for hair dyeing 2,0 % In combination with hydrogen peroxide the maximum use concentration upon application is 1,0 % Can cause allergic reaction 31.12.2006
20 Phenyl methyl pyrazolone (CAS No 89-25-8) and its salts Oxidising colouring agents for hair dyeing 0,5 % In combination with hydrogen peroxide the maximum use concentration upon application is 0,25 % 31.12.2006
21 2-Methyl-5-hydroxyethylaminophenol (CAS No 55302-96-0) and its salts Oxidising colouring agents for hair dyeing 2,0 % In combination with hydrogen peroxide the maximum use concentration upon application is 1,0 % Can cause allergic reaction 31.12.2006
22 Hydroxybenzomorpholine (CAS No 26021-57-8) and its salts Oxidising colouring agents for hair dyeing 2,0 % In combination with hydrogen peroxide the maximum use concentration upon application is 1,0 % Can cause allergic reaction 31.12.2006
23 1,7-Naphthalenediol (CAS No 575-38-2) and its salts Oxidising colouring agents for hair dyeing 1,0 % In combination with hydrogen peroxide the maximum use concentration upon application is 0,5 % Can cause allergic reaction 31.08.2006
24 HC Yellow No 10 (CAS No 109023-83-8) and its salts Non-oxidising colouring agents for hair dyeing 0,2 % 31.12.2006
25 2,6-Dimethoxy-3,5-pyridinediamine (CAS No 85679-78-3) and its salts Oxidising colouring agents for hair dyeing 0,5 % In combination with hydrogen peroxide the maximum use concentration upon application is 0,25 % Can cause allergic reaction 31.12.2006
26 HC Orange No 2 (CAS No 85765-48-6) and its salts Non-oxidising colouring agents for hair dyeing 1,0 % 31.12.2006
27 HC Violet No 1 (CAS No 82576-75-8) and its salts

(a) Oxidising colouring agents for hair dyeing

(a) 0,5 %

In combination with hydrogen peroxide the maximum use concentration upon application is 0,25 % 31.12.2006

(b) Non-oxidising colouring agents for hair dyeing

(b) 0,5 %

28 3-Methylamino-4-nitro-phenoxyethanol (CAS No 59820-63-2) and its salts Non-oxidising colouring agents for hair dyeing 1,0 % 31.12.2006
29 2-Hydroxy-ethylamino-5-nitro-anisole (CAS No 66095-81-6) and its salts Non-oxidising colouring agents for hair dyeing 1,0 % 31.12.2006
30 2-Chloro-5-nitro-N-hydroxyethyl-p-phenylenediamine (CAS No 50610-28-1) and its salts

(a) Oxidising colouring agents for hair dyeing

(a) 2,0 %

In combination with hydrogen peroxide the maximum use concentration upon application is 1,0 % 31.08.2006

(b) Non-oxidising colouring agents for hair dyeing

(b) 1,0 %

31 [X2HC Red No 13 (CAS No 94158-13-1) and its salts]

(a) Oxidising colouring agents for hair dyeing

(a) 2,5 %

In combination with hydrogen peroxide the maximum use concentration upon application is 1,25 % 31.12.2006

(b) Non-oxidising colouring agents for hair dyeing

(b) 2,5 %

32 1,5-Naphthalenediol (CAS No 83-56-7) and its salts Oxidising colouring agents for hair dyeing 1,0 % In combination with hydrogen peroxide the maximum use concentration upon application is 0,5 % 31.12.2006
33 Hydroxypropyl bis (N-hydroxyethyl-p-phenylenediamine) (CAS No 128729-30-6) and its salts Oxidising colouring agents for hair dyeing 3,0 % In combination with hydrogen peroxide the maximum use concentration upon application is 1,5 % Can cause allergic reaction 31.12.2006
34 o-Aminophenol (CAS No 95-55-6) and its salts Oxidising colouring agents for hair dyeing 2,0 % In combination with hydrogen peroxide the maximum use concentration upon application is 1,0 % 31.08.2006
35 4-Amino-2-hydroxytoluene (CAS No 2835-95-2) and its salts Oxidising colouring agents for hair dyeing 3,0 % In combination with hydrogen peroxide the maximum use concentration upon application is 1,5 % 31.12.2006
36 [X22,4-Diaminophenoxyethanol (CAS No 66422-95-5) and its salts] Oxidising colouring agents for hair dyeing 4,0 % In combination with hydrogen peroxide the maximum use concentration upon application is 2,0 % 31.12.2006
37 2-Methylresorcinol (CAS No 608-25-3) and its salts Oxidising colouring agents for hair dyeing 2,0 % In combination with hydrogen peroxide the maximum use concentration upon application is 1,0 % 31.12.2006
38 4-Amino-m-cresol (CAS No 2835-99-6) and its salts Oxidising colouring agents for hair dyeing 3,0 % In combination with hydrogen peroxide the maximum use concentration upon application is 1,5 % 31.12.2006
39 2-Amino-4-hydroxyethylaminoanisole (CAS No 83763-47-7) and its salts Oxidising colouring agents for hair dyeing 3,0 % In combination with hydrogen peroxide the maximum use concentration upon application is 1,5 % 31.12.2006
40 3,4-Diamino-benzoicacid (CAS No 619-05-6) and its salts Oxidising colouring agents for hair dyeing 2,0 % In combination with hydrogen peroxide the maximum use concentration upon application is 1,0 % 31.08.2006
41 6-Amino-o-cresol (CAS No 17672-22-9) and its salts Oxidising colouring agents for hair dyeing 3,0 % In combination with hydrogen peroxide the maximum use concentration upon application is 1,5 % 31.08.2006
42 2-Aminomethyl-p-aminophenol (CAS No 79352-72-0) and its salts Oxidising colouring agents for hair dyeing 3,0 % In combination with hydrogen peroxide the maximum use concentration upon application is 1,5 % 31.08.2006
43 Hydroxyethylamino-methyl-p-aminophenol (CAS No 110952-46-0) and its salts Oxidising colouring agents for hair dyeing 3,0 % In combination with hydrogen peroxide the maximum use concentration upon application is 1,5 % 31.08.2006
44 Hydroxyethyl-3,4-methylenedioxyaniline (CAS No 81329-90-0) and its salts Oxidising colouring agents for hair dyeing 3,0 % In combination with hydrogen peroxide the maximum use concentration upon application is 1,5 % 31.12.2006
45 [X2Acid Black 52 (CAS No 3618-58-4) and its salts] Oxidising colouring agents for hair dyeing 2,0 % In combination with hydrogen peroxide the maximum use concentration upon application is 1,0 % 31.08.2006
46 2-Nitro-p-phenylenediamine (CAS No 5307-14-2) and its salts

(a) Oxidising colouring agents for hair dyeing

(a) 0,3 %

In combination with hydrogen peroxide the maximum use concentration upon application is 0,15 % 31.08.2006

(b) Non-oxidising colouring agents for hair dyeing

(b) 0,3 %

47 HC Blue No 2 (CAS No 33229-34-4) and its salts Non-oxidising colouring agents for hair dyeing 2,8 % 31.12.2006
48 3-Nitro-p-hydroxyethylaminophenol (CAS No 65235-31-6) and its salts

(a) Oxidising colouring agents for hair dyeing

(a) 6,0 %

In combination with hydrogen peroxide the maximum use concentration upon application is 3,0 % 31.12.2006

(b) Non-oxidising colouring agents for hair dyeing

(b) 6,0 %

49 4-Nitrophenyl aminoethylurea (CAS No 27080-42-8) and its salts

(a) Oxidising colouring agents for hair dyeing

(a) 0,5 %

In combination with hydrogen peroxide the maximum use concentration upon application is 0,25 % 31.12.2006

(b) Non-oxidising colouring agents for hair dyeing

(b) 0,5 %

50 HC Red No 10 + HC Red No 11 (CAS No 95576-89-9 + 95576-92-4) and its salts

(a) Oxidising colouring agents for hair dyeing

(a) 2,0 %

In combination with hydrogen peroxide the maximum use concentration upon application is 1,0 % 31.12.2006

(b) Non-oxidising colouring agents for hair dyeing

(b) 1,0 %

51 Yellow No 6 (CAS No 104333-00-8) and its salts

(a) Oxidising colouring agents for hair dyeing

(a) 2,0 %

In combination with hydrogen peroxide the maximum use concentration upon application is 1,0 % 31.08.2006

(b) Non-oxidising colouring agents for hair dyeing

(b) 1,0 %

52 HC Yellow No 12 (CAS No 59320-13-7) and its salts

(a) Oxidising colouring agents for hair dyeing

(a) 1,0 %

In combination with hydrogen peroxide the maximum use concentration upon application is 0,5 % 31.08.2006

(b) Non-oxidising colouring agents for hair dyeing

(b) 0,5 %

53 [X2HC Blue No 10 (CAS No 102767-27-1) and its salts] Oxidising colouring agents for hair dyeing 2,0 % In combination with hydrogen peroxide the maximum use concentration upon application is 1,0 % 31.08.2006
54 HC Blue No 9 (CAS No 114087-47-1) and its salts

(a) Oxidising colouring agents for hair dyeing

(a) 2,0 %

In combination with hydrogen peroxide the maximum use concentration upon application is 1,0 % 31.08.2006

(b) Non-oxidising colouring agents for hair dyeing

(b) 1,0 %

55 2-Chloro-6-ethylamino-4-nitrophenol (CAS No 131657-78-8) and its salts

(a) Oxidising colouring agents for hair dyeing

(a) 3,0 %

In combination with hydrogen peroxide the maximum use concentration upon application is 1,5 % 31.12.2006

(b) Non-oxidising colouring agents for hair dyeing

(b) 3,0 %

56 2-Amino-6-chloro-4-nitrophenol (CAS No 6358-09-4) and its salts

(a) Oxidising colouring agents for hair dyeing

(a) 2,0 %

In combination with hydrogen peroxide the maximum use concentration upon application is 1,0 % 31.12.2006

(b) Non-oxidising colouring agents for hair dyeing

(b) 2,0 %

57 Basic Blue 26 (CAS No 2580-56-5) (CI 44045) and its salts

(a) Oxidising colouring agents for hair dyeing

(a) 0,5 %

In combination with hydrogen peroxide the maximum use concentration upon application is 0,25 % 31.08.2006

(b) Non-oxidising colouring agents for hair dyeing

(b) 0,5 %

58 Acid Red 33 (CAS No 3567-66-6) (CI 17200) and its salts Non-oxidising colouring agents for hair dyeing 2,0 % 31.12.2006]
59 Ponceau SX (CAS No 4548-53-2) (CI 14700) and its salts Non-oxidising colouring agents for hair dyeing 2,0 % 31.08.2006
60 Basic Violet 14 (CAS No 632-99-5) (CI 42510) and its salts

(a) Oxidising colouring agents for hair dyeing

(a) 0,3 %

In combination with hydrogen peroxide the maximum use concentration upon application is 0,15 % 31.08.2006]

(b) Non-oxidising colouring agents for hair dyeing

(b) 0,3 %

[F3161 Musk xylene (CAS no 81-15-2) All cosmetic products, with the exception of oral care products

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