N-Phenyl-p-Phenylenediamine Hydrochloride

AKA: 4-Aminodiphenylamine hydrochloride, 1, 4-Benzenediamine, Monohydrochloride, Eucanine Grey B, Zoba Grey BR, Fourrine Grey B, P-Aminodiphenylamine HCl, Durafur Grey BN, Fouramine Grey A, Futramine Grey B
Synthetic
Not Clean
OriginDerived from p-phenylenediamine and aniline, members of the aromatic amine chemical family. Synthesized through chemical coupling and hydrochloride salt formation of aromatic amine precursors.
On the basis of the data included in this report, the CIR Expert Panel concludes that ... N-Phenyl-p-Phenylenediamine Hydrochloride... safe for use in hair dyes at concentrations up to 1.7% (as the free base).
Formula
C12H13ClN2
Mol. Weight
220.70
Form
Liquid
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
No
Allergen Warning
⚠️ PPD (Hair Dye)
Functions
Viscosity Controlling
Boosts Collagen
Fights Acne
Supports collagen production
Helps reduce acne
Causing bacteria
Contributes to skin healing
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✔ permitted
JAPAN✔ permitted
CANADA✔ permitted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR