4-Methoxy-m-Phenylenediamine-HCI

4-Methoxy-m-Phenylenediamine-HCI molecular structure
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: 4-Methoxy-m-Phenylenediamine HCl
Synthetic
Not Clean
OriginSynthesized from m-phenylenediamine, a basic aromatic amine compound derived from petroleum-based chemical precursors. Produced through methylation and hydrochloride salt formation of the parent diamine structure.
4-Methoxy-m-Phenylenediamine-HCI is a cosmetic ingredient. Assessed as safe by the CIR.
Form
Liquid
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
No
Allergen Warning
⚠️ PPD (Hair Dye)
Functions
Hair Dyeing
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
⚖️Regulatory0 listings
🛡️Safety-assessed1 review →
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EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
No
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR