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Basic Blue 9

Korean: 염기성청색9호 · CAS 61-73-4 · Functions: hair dyeing

KR South Korea (MFDS)

Prohibited MFDS prohibited ingredients

Source: MFDS — cosmetic ingredient use restrictions · checked Oct 17, 2026

EU European Union (CosIng)

Prohibited only in certain forms or uses Annex II/1306

Conditions: Phenothiazin-5-ium, 3,7-bis(dimethylamino)- and its salts, when used as a substance in hair dye products

Source: EU CosIng — Annex II · checked Oct 17, 2026

US United States (FDA)

Banned in some U.S. states CA-TFCA

Conditions: California: Toxic-Free Cosmetics Act (AB 2762, Ch. 314, Stats. 2020), as amended by AB 496 (Ch. 441, Stats. 2023), AB 60 'Musk Reduction Act' (Ch. 432, Stats. 2025) and SB 39 (Ch. 208, Stats. 2025) · Cal. Health & Safety Code §108980 (subd. (a) 2025 list; (b) 2027 list; (c) musk ketone; (d) trace exemption; (f) boric acid suppositories) · From 2027-01-01 · intentionally added

Source: California — Toxic-Free Cosmetics Act (AB 2762, Ch. 314, Stats. 2020), as amended by AB 496 ( · checked Oct 17, 2026

Other markets

How Basic Blue 9 is treated in 5 more markets, from the overseas cosmetic regulation database compiled by Korea's MFDS. Always confirm with the regulator of that country before selling there.

MarketStatusConditions
CN ChinaProhibited —
AS ASEAN (10 countries)Prohibited only in certain forms or uses MFDS summary (Korean): when used as a substance in hair dye products^염모제로 사용되는 경우에 한함
TW TaiwanProhibited —
BR BrazilProhibited only in certain forms or uses MFDS summary (Korean): when used as a substance in hair dye products^염모제로 사용되는 경우에 한함
AR ArgentinaProhibited only in certain forms or uses MFDS summary (Korean): when used as a substance in hair dye products^염모제로 사용되는 경우에 한함

Source: MFDS cosmetic ingredient use restrictions — overseas regulations · checked Oct 17, 2026

Also listed as

BASIC BLUE 9 염기성청색9호

Information only, not medical advice. Rules change — always check the linked official source. If you are pregnant, have a skin condition or allergies, ask a dermatologist or pharmacist.

Frequently asked questions

Is Basic Blue 9 banned in the European Union?

In the EU's CosIng records it is listed as “Prohibited only in certain forms or uses” (EU CosIng — Annex II). It is not a general ban — the condition reads: “Phenothiazin-5-ium, 3,7-bis(dimethylamino)- and its salts, when used as a substance in hair dye products”

Is Basic Blue 9 banned in South Korea?

In Korea's MFDS records it is listed as “Prohibited” (MFDS — cosmetic ingredient use restrictions).

Is Basic Blue 9 allowed in cosmetics in the U.S.?

In the FDA's records it is listed as “Banned in some U.S. states” (California — Toxic-Free Cosmetics Act (AB 2762, Ch. 314, Stats. 2020), as amended by AB 496 ().

What is Basic Blue 9 used for in cosmetics?

The EU's CosIng inventory lists its functions as: hair dyeing.

What is Basic Blue 9 called on Korean labels?

Korea's MFDS standard Korean name is 염기성청색9호.

What is the CAS number of Basic Blue 9?

CAS 61-73-4 (from official records).

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