Basic Violet 2

Basic Violet 2

INCI BASIC VIOLET 2EC number 221-831-7Role Hair conditioning

Basic Violet 2 is a synthetic dye used in hair care formulations. It belongs to the family of basic dyes and imparts a violet hue to products.

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

AuthorityStatus
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 GMTPermitted subject to restrictions (Annex III) — max 0.5 % in a) Hair dye substance in oxidative hair dye products b) Hair dye substance in non-oxidative hair dye products — a) To be printed on the label: 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.” — (a) After mixing under oxidative conditions the maximum concentration applied to hair must not exceed 1,0 %
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