Oxidation Hair Dyes (Liquid/gel/cream) Type-2 Testing Service — IS 8481:2020

Method Ref.: IS 8481:2020

TAT : 7 Days*

Required sample quantity : 300 grams of the hair dye cream/emulsion|100 ml of the developer/emulsion

Method Reference

IS 8481:2020

Turnaround Time

7 Days*

Sample Quantity

300 grams of the hair dye cream/emulsion|100 ml of the developer/emulsion

₹9,000 ₹12,000/ sample

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About This Test

Oxidation Hair Dyes – Type-2, as per IS 8481:2020, are semi-permanent or tone-on-tone hair coloring products in liquid, gel, or cream form, intended to provide color enhancement, blending of grey hair, or subtle color changes. These formulations involve pre-formed dye molecules or milder oxidation dyes that require lower concentrations of hydrogen peroxide compared to Type-3 (permanent dyes).

These dyes typically contain:

Low levels of primary intermediates and couplers
Emollient-rich cream or gel base for easy application
Fragrance, stabilizers, emulsifiers, and conditioners for improved hair feel and scalp comfort

The product is designed to:

Deliver natural-looking color results with lower chemical intensity
Be gentler on the hair and scalp
Fade gradually over several washes
Be applied with or without a mild oxidizing agent

Why It Matters

Purpose of Testing

Verify the identity and permissible limits of dye intermediates and couplers

Test pH value to ensure scalp compatibility and product stability

Check for heavy metals like lead, arsenic, and mercury within BIS-specified limits

Evaluate microbiological safety to ensure the product is free from harmful bacteria or fungi

Confirm product stability (resistance to separation, degradation, or color change over time)

Ensure no presence of banned ingredients or unapproved coloring agents

Verify mandatory labeling requirements, including usage instructions, patch test advisory, and safety warnings

Assess packaging integrity and compliance with BIS cosmetic standards

What's Tested

Test Parameters

10 parameters covered under this service

Parameter	Method Ref.	NABL	Unit
pH (For Dye)	IS 8481	—	N/A
Active matter as PPD content (For Dye)	IS 8481	—	% w/w
Heavy metals (as Pb) (For Dye)	IS 8481	—	ppm
Arsenic (as As2O3) (For Dye)	IS 8481	—	ppm
Microbiological Examinations (For Dye)	—	—	—
pH (For Developer)	IS 8481	—	N/A
Active matter as PPD content (For Developer)	IS 8481	—	% w/w
Heavy metals (as Pb) (For Developer)	IS 8481	—	ppm
Arsenic (as As2O3) (For Developer)	IS 8481	—	ppm
Microbiological Examinations (For Developer)	—	—	—