Hydroxypropyl bis (N-hydroxyethyl-p-phenylenediamine) hcl
AKA “Imexine OAX, Hydroxypropyl bis(N-hydroxyethyl-p-phenylenediamine) hydrochloride, UNII-0K832J58E7, 2-Propanol, tetrahydrochloride, 3-Bis-((4-amino-phenyl)-(2-hydroxy-ethyl)-amino)-propan-2-ol
Synthetic
Ingredient Facts
Hydroxypropyl bis (N-hydroxyethyl-p-phenylenediamine) hcl
AKA: Imexine OAX, Hydroxypropyl bis(N-hydroxyethyl-p-phenylenediamine) hydrochloride, UNII-0K832J58E7, 2-Propanol, Tetrahydrochloride, 3-Bis-((4-amino-phenyl)-(2-hydroxy-ethyl)-amino)-propan-2-ol
Synthetic · Antioxidant · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Antioxidant
Synthetic
Clean
A color-stabilizing ingredient that helps hair dye adhere evenly and develop rich, lasting color throughout your hair.
Formula
C19H32Cl4N4O3
Mol. Weight
506.30
CAS #
128729-28-2
Form
Liquid
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Functions
Hair Dyeing
Antioxidant
Fights free radicals — the unstable molecules from UV, pollution, and stress that break down collagen and cause premature aging.
Colors Hair
Traditional Use
A synthetic hair dye precursor developed in the mid-20th century as part of modern oxidative hair coloring chemistry. Designed to replace older, less stable natural dyes and provide consistent color results.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
General
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Caution
Allergen Warning
⚠️ PPD (Hair Dye)
EWG
4
CIR
Safe w/Qualifications
Pregnancy
Caution
CIR Safety Findings
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USApermitted
EUpermitted
JAPANpermitted
CANADApermitted
Verified Feb 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR