Korean: 분산적색17호 · CAS 3179-89-3 · Functions: hair dyeing
No specific rule on file.
Restricted Annex III/294
Maximum: (b) 0,2 %
Conditions: Product type: (a)Hair dye substance in oxidative hair dye products (b)Hair dye substance in non-oxidative hair dye products (a) After mixing under oxidative conditions the maximum concentration applied to hair must not exceed 2,0 % For (a) and (b): —Do not use with nitrosating agents —Maximum nitrosamine content: 50 μg/kg — Keep in nitrite-free containetrs
Required label warning: (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.”’
Source: EU CosIng — Annex III · checked Oct 16, 2026
No specific rule on file. The FDA regulates few cosmetic ingredients by name; no rule does not mean approval.
How Disperse Red 17 is treated in 1 more market, from the overseas cosmetic regulation database compiled by Korea's MFDS. Always confirm with the regulator of that country before selling there.
| Market | Status | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| AS ASEAN (10 countries) | Restricted | MFDS summary (Korean): * 【Restrictions】 Field of application and/or use : (a) Hair dye substance in oxidative hair dye products (b) Hair dye substance in non-oxidative hair dye products Use for dyeing eyelashes and eyebrows is not permitted. * 제한 【사용 범위】 : (a) 산화형 염모제에 염색 성분으로 (b) 비산화형 염모제에 염색 성분으로 눈썹이나 속눈썹의... |
Source: MFDS cosmetic ingredient use restrictions — overseas regulations · checked Oct 16, 2026
Disperse Red 17 분산적색17호
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.
In the EU's CosIng records it is listed as “Restricted” (EU CosIng — Annex III). The maximum allowed is (b) 0,2 %. A restricted ingredient is allowed within the stated conditions.
We found no specific rule for it in Korea's MFDS records. That is not an approval or a safety statement.
We found no specific rule for it in the FDA's records. That is not an approval or a safety statement.
The EU's CosIng inventory lists its functions as: hair dyeing.
Korea's MFDS standard Korean name is 분산적색17호.
CAS 3179-89-3 (from official records).