5-AMINO-6-CHLORO-O-CRESOL is graded A (Safe) by Expert·ING, based on COSING regulatory data.

5-AMINO-6-CHLORO-O-CRESOL

Safety grade: A

This is a synthetic chemical compound used primarily in hair coloring products. It acts as a color-forming ingredient that helps create specific hair dye shades, particularly cooler tones.

It is used in hair dye formulations to develop and deposit color onto the hair shaft, while also providing antimicrobial properties to help preserve the product.

Graded using: COSING.

Last verified: May 26, 2026