4-CHLORORESORCINOL
4-CHLORORESORCINOL
4-chlororesorcinol is a synthetic chemical ingredient used as a colorant and hair care agent in cosmetic formulations.
Hair conditioningColorantRestricted use
Ingredient
Roles & functions
Hair conditioning — Improves the appearance, softness and manageability of the hair.
Colorant — Adds colour to the product or to the application.
Regulatory framework
What the authorities say
| Authority | Status |
|---|---|
| Commission européenne (CosIng, Règl. 1223/2009) | Autorisé sous conditions |
| CLP classification (Reg. 1272/2008) | No CMR classification |
| ECHA — endocrine disruptor (human health) | Not identified as an endocrine disruptor |
| ECHA — Candidate List (SVHC, REACH Art. 59) | Not on the Candidate List (SVHC) |
| European Commission (Reg. 1223/2009, Annex III) | No cosmetic allergen subject to mandatory labelling |
| European Commission (EU catalogue of nanomaterials, Reg. 1223/2009) | No referenced nanoform |
| European Commission — Annex III (Reg. 1223/2009) — maj Fri, 07 Aug 2026 16:37:23 GMT | Permitted subject to restrictions (Annex III) — Hair dye substance in oxidative hair dye products — To be printed on the label: Hair colorants can cause severe allergic reactions. — After mixing under oxidative conditions the maximum concentration applied to hair must not exceed 2.5% |
Products
Products containing it
LazartigueÉmulsion Colorante 5.00 Chatain Clair
LazartigueÉmulsion Colorante 6.00 Blond Foncé
LazartigueÉmulsion Colorante 7.00 Blond
LazartigueÉmulsion Colorante 8.00 Blond Clair
PhytoColoration Teinte 8.3 Blond Clair Doré 50ml + 50ml + 12ml
PhytoColoration Teinte 8 Blond Clair 50ml + 50ml + 12ml
HerbatintSoin Colorant Permanent - Coloration : 8N Blond Clair, 170ml
PhytoColoration Teinte 7 Blond 50ml + 50ml + 12ml
LazartigueLa Couleur Absolue Blond 7.00 60ml
LazartigueLa Couleur Absolue Blond Clair 8.00 60ml
LazartigueLa Couleur Absolue Blond Clair Doré 8.30 60ml
LazartigueLa Couleur Absolue Blond Foncé 6.00 60ml
Statistics
In Lou’s database
21
products listed
| Most frequent categories | Hair color |
| Most frequent brands | Lazartigue · Phyto · Herbatint |
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This information is reported factually and with attribution (authorities and publications cited). It does not constitute medical advice, for your situation, ask a pharmacist or a healthcare professional for advice.
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