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Brand Information
Product Name: LOreal Preference Haircolor, Light Brown 6
Form: kit
Product Category: Personal Care » Hair Color » permanent
Customer Service: 800-631-7358
Date Entered: 2003-09-04
Related Items: Products with similar usage in this database
Manufacturer
Manufacturer: LOreal Hair Care Division
Address: 575 Fifth Avenue
City: New York
State: NY
Zip Code: 10017
Telephone Number: 212-818-1500
Fax Number: 212-984-4056
Date Info Verified: 2008-01-09
Related Items: Products by this manufacturer
The following information (Health Effects, Handling/Disposal, and Ingredients) is taken from the product label and/or the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) prepared by the manufacturer. The National Library of Medicine does not test products nor does it evaluate information from the product label or the MSDS.
Health Effects
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Warnings: Caution: This product contains ingredients which may cause skin irritation on certain individuals and a preliminary patch test according to accompanying directions should first be made. This product must not be used for dying eyelashes or eyebrows; to do so may cause blindness.
Important: Haircolor products can cause an allergic reaction which, in certain rare cases, can be serious. Therefore, before you use this product it is necessary to follow these precautions:
Do not use:
If you have already had a reaction to a haircolor product.
If you have a sensitive, itchy or damaged scalp.

Perform an allergy test with a portion of this product 48 Hours Before full application (see the instruction sheet).
Avoid contact with eyes and skin (other than areas of application).
If product gets into eyes, rinse with lukewarm water immediately.
Wear gloves provided in kit.
Thoroughly rinse hair after application.
Do not use for anything other than coloring your hair.
Do not use over compound henna or progressive color.
Do not inhale or ingest.
Keep product out of the reach of children.
Acute Health Effects: From MSDS

HEALTH HAZARDS

Harmful if swallowed, inhaled, or absorbed through skin. This product may cause serious irritant, respiratory, and/or allergic reactions in sensitive individuals. May cause skin and severe eye irritation. May cause severe irritation of gastric mucous membranes if swallowed.

SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF EXPOSURE

Signs of alcohol intoxication may occur following ingestion or prolonged inhalation. Also possible irritation of eyes, skin and mucous membranes. Possible irritant/allergic dermatitis and respiratory signs and symptoms, the onset of which may be delayed.

MEDICAL CONDITIONS GENERALLY AGGRAVATED BY EXPOSURE

Existing dermatological conditions, such as eczema, and respiratory conditions, such as bronchial asthma and/or chronic bronchitis, may be exacerbated.
Chronic Health Effects: From MSDS
See Acute Health Hazards
Carcinogenicity: From MSDS
Not listed as carcinogen by NTP, IARC or OSHA.
First Aid: From MSDS
First Aid for Hair Dye Component

If swallowed, call a physician, hospital emergency room, or poison control center immediately. Induce vomiting ONLY if recommended by medical personnel. Get prompt medical attention. If affected by inhalation, move to fresh air. If symptoms persist, get medical attention. If eye or skin contact occurs, immediately flush with water and get medical attention if irritation occurs.

First Aid for Developer Component

If swallowed, drink two glasses of water or milk. Call a physician, hospital emergency room, or poison control center immediately. Do NOT induce vomiting. Get medical attention. If in eyes, flush with water for at least 15 minutes and get medical attention. If on skin, flush with water, then wash with soap and plenty of water. Consult a physician if irritation occurs.
Health Rating: N
Flammability Rating: N
Reactivity Rating: N
HMIS Rating Scale: 0 = Minimal; 1 = Slight; 2 = Moderate; 3 = Serious; 4 = Severe; 
N = No information provided by manufacturer; * = Chronic Health Hazard
MSDS Date: 2003-02-26
Handling/Disposal
Handling: From MSDS
Handling and Storage of Dye Component

Store bulk quantities in a cool, well-ventilated room away from ignition sources. Avoid contact with eyes and skin (other than areas of application). Do not inhale or ingest. Prepare and use in a well-ventilated area. To assure maximum shelf life, avoid direct sunlight.

Persons with pre-existing skin disorders or eye irritation should avoid contact with eyes and skin. Keep container upright and closed when not in use. Do not add any other materials to the container (including unused material originally removed from the container).

For external use only. Use only as directed. Keep out of reach of children. Patch test is intended to identify skin reaction only; it will not necessarily predict sensitization or irritation secondary to inhalation. Read the product package insert completely.

Handling and Storage of Developer Component

Do not use or store near fuels, solvents, or other organic materials. Avoid iron, zinc, and reducing agents. Store in a cool place away from direct sunlight. Keep out of reach of children.

For external use only. Use only as directed.
Disposal: From MSDS
Disposal of Dye Component
This material is not regulated under RCRA. Accordingly, incineration at a non-hazardous waste treatment facility is the preferred method of disposal.

Disposal of Developer Component
Developer products are ignitable RCRA hazardous wastes when intended for disposal. Physical and/or chemical deactivation/degradation is the required method of treatment and disposal.
Ingredients from MSDS/Label
ChemicalCAS No / Unique IDPercent
Colorant
Resorcinol000108-46-3
Water007732-18-5
Trideceth-2 carboxamide MEA000000-40-7
Ethanol/SD Alcohol 40000064-17-5
Ammonium hydroxide001336-21-6
p-Phenylenediamine000106-50-3
p-Aminophenol000123-30-8
Propylene glycol000057-55-6
Ammonium acetate000631-61-8
PEG-2 tallow amine999999-88-2
Sodium diethylaminopropyl cocoaspartamide000000-39-6
Oleic acid000112-80-1
3-Aminophenol000591-27-5
Isoascorbic acid000089-65-6
Hydroxypropyl bis(N-hydroxyethyl-p-phenylenediamine) HCI999999-86-1
Polyglyceryl-4 oleyl ether000000-38-6
Diethylene glycol monobutyl ether000112-34-5
Oleyl alcohol000143-28-2
2-(2,4-Diaminophenoxy)ethanol dihydrochloride066422-95-5
Phenyl methyl pyrazolone000089-25-8
Sodium metabisulfite007681-57-4
Fragrance(s)/perfume(s)000000-00-1
Pentasodium pentetate000140-01-2
Polyglyceryl-2 oleyl ether071032-90-1
Conditioner
Fragrance(s)/perfume(s)000000-00-1
Behentrimonium chloride017301-53-0
Water007732-18-5
Methylparaben000099-76-3
Candelilla wax008006-44-8
Cetostearyl alcohol067762-27-0
Spermaceti008002-23-1
Glycerin000056-81-5
Camphor benzalkonium methosulfate999999-84-4
Cetrimonium chloride000112-02-7
Amodimethicone000000-49-8
Trideceth-12024938-91-8
Isopropanol000067-63-0
Chlorhexidine dihydrochloride003697-42-5
Optimizer
Pentasodium pentetate000140-01-2
Alcohols, C16-18, ethoxylated068439-49-6
Trideceth-2 carboxamide MEA000000-40-7
Sodium stannate012058-66-1
Cetostearyl alcohol067762-27-0
Tetrasodium pyrophosphate (TSPP)007722-88-5
Glycerin000056-81-5
Hydrogen peroxide007722-84-1
Water007732-18-5
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