Powder Hair Dye Type-2 (Brown) Testing Service — IS 10350:2020

Parameters to Test

Method Ref.: IS 10350:2020

TAT : 7 Days*

Required sample quantity : 100-200 gm

Method Reference

IS 10350:2020

Turnaround Time

7 Days*

Sample Quantity

100-200 gm

₹5,500 ₹7,000/ sample

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About This Test

Powder hair dyes are dry, powdered formulations used to color hair. They are mixed with water or other solvents before application and are popular for their longer shelf life and ease of storage.

Types of Powder Hair Dyes:

Natural Dyes: Made from herbal ingredients like henna, indigo, or amla. Free from synthetic chemicals and known for conditioning benefits.
Synthetic Dyes: Contain chemical colorants for stronger, longer-lasting shades. Often used for bold or fast color results.
Blended Dyes: Combine natural and synthetic components to offer balanced coloring with added nourishment.

Powder hair dyes are widely used for grey coverage, enhancing natural tones, or achieving traditional herbal hair care benefits.

Why It Matters

Purpose of Testing

Safety Assurance:Confirm that the hair dye does not contain harmful levels of heavy metals (like lead or arsenic) or toxic ingredients such as para-phenylenediamine (PPD) beyond permissible limits.

Ingredient Verification:Ensure the presence and concentration of permitted colorants, stabilizers, and oxidizing agents align with the formulation and label claims.

Quality Control:Evaluate physical properties such as pH, moisture content, and free ammonia to ensure product consistency, shelf life, and performance.

Compliance & Labeling:Verify that the product meets all regulatory requirements under IS 10350, including proper labeling of ingredients, warnings, and instructions for safe usage.

What's Tested

Test Parameters

6 parameters covered under this service

Parameter	Method Ref.	NABL	Unit
pH	IS 10350	✓	NA
Arsenic (as As2O3)	IS 10350	—	ppm
Heavy metals (as Pb)	IS 10350	—	ppm
Mercury (Hg)	IS 16193	—	ppm
Calculated active matter (as PPD) (Hair dye Ready to Use)	IS 10350	—	% w/w
Microbiological Examinations	—	—	—