ASEAN cosmetic ingredient regulations
Regional annexes require member-state effective-date and deviation checks.
- Regulator
- ASEAN Cosmetic Committee / national regulators
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- English and national languages
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- ASEAN Cosmetic Directive annexes 2026-1, 22 June 2026
Official ingredient records
247 matching records(1,3,5)-Triazine-2,4-bis-{[4-(2-ethyl-hexyloxy)-2- hydroxy]-phenyl}-6-(4-methoxyphenyl) CAS No.187393-00-6
CAS 187393-00-6
ASEAN Annex VII lists this record among UV filters allowed for cosmetic use. Member-state transition rules and deviations still require local verification.
Conditions: 10%
Source:ASEAN Annex VII, reference 25 · version 2026-1 · source checked 2026-08-30
1,1'-(1,4-piperazinediyl)bis[1-[2-[4-(diethylamino)-2-
ASEAN Annex VII lists this record among UV filters allowed for cosmetic use. Member-state transition rules and deviations still require local verification.
Conditions: 10% (7) hydroxybenzoyl]phenyl]-methanone Bis-(Diethylaminohydroxybenzoyl Benzoyl) Piperazine Cas No. 919803-06-8
Source:ASEAN Annex VII, reference 32 · version 2026-1 · source checked 2026-08-30
1,1'-(1,4-piperazinediyl)bis[1-[2-[4-(diethylamino)-2- hydroxybenzoyl]phenyl]-methanone Bis-(Diethylaminohydroxybenzoyl Benzoyl) Piperazine (nano) Cas No. 919803-06-8
CAS 919803-06-8
ASEAN Annex VII lists this record among UV filters allowed for cosmetic use. Member-state transition rules and deviations still require local verification.
Conditions: 1,1'-(1,4-piperazinediyl)bis[1-[2-[4-(diethylamino)-2- · 10% (7) · Only nanomaterials having the hydroxybenzoyl]phenyl]-methanone · following characteristics are allowed: - Purity ≥ 97 % Bis-(Diethylaminohydroxybenzoyl Benzoyl) - Median particle size D50 Piperazine (nano) (50 % of the number below Cas No. 919803-06-8 this diameter): ≥ 50 nm of number size distribution. Not to be used in applications that may lead to exposure of the end user’s lungs by inhalation.
Source:ASEAN Annex VII, reference 33 · version 2026-1 · source checked 2026-08-30
1,2,3-Propanetricarboxylic acid, 2-hydroxy-, monohydrate and 1,2,3-Propanetricarboxylic acid, 2-hydroxy-,silver(1+) salt, monohydrate (INCI) Citric acid (and) Silver citrate
ASEAN Annex VI lists this record among preservatives allowed for cosmetic use. Member-state transition rules and deviations still require local verification.
Conditions: 0.2 %, corresponding to 0.0024 % of silver · Not to be used in oral products and eye products
Source:ASEAN Annex VI, reference 59 · version 2026-1 · source checked 2026-08-30
1,3,5-Triazine, 2,4,6-tris [1,1′-biphenyl]-4-yl-, including as nanomaterial. INCI Name : Tris-biphenyl triazine Tris-biphenyl triazine (nano) CAS No. 31274-51-8
CAS 31274-51-8
ASEAN Annex VII lists this record among UV filters allowed for cosmetic use. Member-state transition rules and deviations still require local verification.
Conditions: 10% · Not to be used in sprays. Only nanomaterials having the following characteristics are allowed: — median primary particle size > 80 nm; — Purity ≥ 98 %; — Uncoated
Source:ASEAN Annex VII, reference 29 · version 2026-1 · source checked 2026-08-30
1,3-Bis(hydroxymethyl)-5,5- dimethylimidazolidine-2,4-dione) CAS No. 6440-58-0
CAS 6440-58-0 · EC 229-222-8
ASEAN Annex VI lists this record among preservatives allowed for cosmetic use. Member-state transition rules and deviations still require local verification.
Conditions: 0.6%
Source:ASEAN Annex VI, reference 33 · version 2026-1 · source checked 2026-08-30
1,6-Di(4-amidinophenoxy)-n-hexane (Hexamidine) and its salts (including isethionate and p-hydroxybenzoate (+) Hexamidine (CAS No. 3811-75-4), Hexamidine diisethionate (CAS No. 659-40-5), Hexamidine paraben(CAS No. 93841-83-9),
CAS 3811-75-4; 659-40-5; 93841-83-9
ASEAN Annex VI lists this record among preservatives allowed for cosmetic use. Member-state transition rules and deviations still require local verification.
Conditions: 0.1%
Source:ASEAN Annex VI, reference 47 · version 2026-1 · source checked 2026-08-30
1-(4-Chlorophenoxy)-1-(imidazol-1-yl)-3,3- dimethylbutan-2-one)15 Climbazole CAS No. 38083-17-9
CAS 38083-17-9 · EC 253-775-4
ASEAN Annex VI lists this record among preservatives allowed for cosmetic use. Member-state transition rules and deviations still require local verification.
Conditions: Hair lotions; 0.2% Face creams; 0.2% Rinse-off shampoo; 0.5% Rinse-off hair conditioner : 0.5%
Source:ASEAN Annex VI, reference 32 · version 2026-1 · source checked 2026-08-30
1-(4-Tert-Butylphenyl)-3-(4-methoxyphenyl)propane- 1,3-dione/Avobenzone CAS No. 70356-09-1
CAS 70356-09-1 · EC 274-581-6
ASEAN Annex VII lists this record among UV filters allowed for cosmetic use. Member-state transition rules and deviations still require local verification.
Conditions: 5%
Source:ASEAN Annex VII, reference 8 · version 2026-1 · source checked 2026-08-30
1-Hydroxy-4-methyl-6-(2,4,4-trimethylpentyl)-2 pyridon and its monoethanolamine salt (+) 1-Hydroxy-4-methyl-6-(2,4,4-trimethylpentyl)-2 pyridon (CAS No. 50650-76-5), piroctone Olamine (CAS No. 68890-66-4)
CAS 50650-76-5; 68890-66-4 · EC 272-574-2
ASEAN Annex VI lists this record among preservatives allowed for cosmetic use. Member-state transition rules and deviations still require local verification.
Conditions: 1% 0.5% · Rinse-off products For other products
Source:ASEAN Annex VI, reference 35 · version 2026-1 · source checked 2026-08-30
1-Phenoxypropan-2-ol (10) CAS No. 770-35-4
CAS 770-35-4 · EC 212-222-7
ASEAN Annex VI lists this record among preservatives allowed for cosmetic use. Member-state transition rules and deviations still require local verification.
Conditions: 1.0% · Only for rinse-off products
Source:ASEAN Annex VI, reference 43 · version 2026-1 · source checked 2026-08-30
2,2’-Methylene-bis(6-(2H-benzotriazol-2-yl)-4- (tetramethyl-butyl)-1,1,3,3-phenol);2,2’- Methylenebis(6-(2H-benzotriazol-2-yl)-4-(1,1,3,3- tetramethylbutyl)phenol) (Methylene Bis- Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol (nano)/MBBT (nano)) CAS No. 103597-45-1
2,2’-Methylene-bis(6-(2H-benzotriazol-2-yl)-4- (tetramethyl-butyl)-1,1,3,3-phenol);2,2’- Methylenebis(6-(2H-benzotriazol-2-yl)-4-(1,1,3,3- tetramethylbutyl)phenol) (Methylene Bis- Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol (nano)/MBBT (nano)) CAS No. 103597-45
CAS 103597-45-1 · EC 403-800-1
ASEAN Annex VII lists this record among UV filters allowed for cosmetic use. Member-state transition rules and deviations still require local verification.
Conditions: 10%(5) · Not to be used in applications that may lead to exposure of the end user's lungs by inhalation. Only nanomaterials having the following characteristics are allowed: - Purity ≥ 98.5 %, with 2,2′- methylene-bis-(6(2H- benzotriazol-2-yl)-4- (isooctyl)phenol) isomer fraction not exceeding 1.5 %; - Solubility < 5 ng/L in water at 25 °C; - Partition coefficient (Log Pow): 12.7 at 25 °C; - Uncoated; - Median particle size D50 (50% of number below this diameter): ≥ 120 nm of mass distribution and/or ≥ 60 nm of number size distribution.
Source:ASEAN Annex VII, reference 23a · version 2026-1 · source checked 2026-08-30
2,2’-Methylene-bis(6-(2H-benzotriazol-2-yl)-4- (tetramethyl-butyl)-1,1,3,3-phenol);2,2’- Methylenebis(6-(2H-benzotriazol-2-yl)-4-(1,1,3,3- tetramethylbutyl)phenol) (Methylene Bis- Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol/MBBT) CAS No. 103597-45-1
CAS 103597-45-1 · EC 403-800-1
ASEAN Annex VII lists this record among UV filters allowed for cosmetic use. Member-state transition rules and deviations still require local verification.
Conditions: 10%(5)
Source:ASEAN Annex VII, reference 23 · version 2026-1 · source checked 2026-08-30
2,4,6-Trianilino-(p-carbo-2’-ethylhexyl-1’-oxy)-1,3,5- triazine (Octyl triazone) CAS No. 88122-99-0
CAS 88122-99-0 · EC 402-070-1
ASEAN Annex VII lists this record among UV filters allowed for cosmetic use. Member-state transition rules and deviations still require local verification.
Conditions: 5%
Source:ASEAN Annex VII, reference 15 · version 2026-1 · source checked 2026-08-30
2,4-Dichlorobenzyl alcohol CAS No. 1777-82-8
CAS 1777-82-8 · EC 217-210-5
ASEAN Annex VI lists this record among preservatives allowed for cosmetic use. Member-state transition rules and deviations still require local verification.
Conditions: 0.15%
Source:ASEAN Annex VI, reference 22 · version 2026-1 · source checked 2026-08-30
2-Cyano-3,3-diphenyl acrylic acid, 2-ethylhexyl ester (Octocrylene)(6) CAS No. 6197-30-4
CAS 6197-30-4 · EC 228-250-8
ASEAN Annex VII lists this record among UV filters allowed for cosmetic use. Member-state transition rules and deviations still require local verification.
Conditions: a) 9 % b) 10 % · a) Propellant spray products b) Other products
Source:ASEAN Annex VII, reference 10 · version 2026-1 · source checked 2026-08-30
2-Ethylhexyl salicylate (Octyl Salicylate) CAS No. 118-60-5
CAS 118-60-5 · EC 204-263-4
ASEAN Annex VII lists this record among UV filters allowed for cosmetic use. Member-state transition rules and deviations still require local verification.
Conditions: 5%
Source:ASEAN Annex VII, reference 20 · version 2026-1 · source checked 2026-08-30
2-Hydroxy-4-methoxy-benzophenone/Oxybenzone Benzophenone-3 CAS No. 131-57-7
CAS 131-57-7 · EC 205-031-5
ASEAN Annex VII lists this record among UV filters allowed for cosmetic use. Member-state transition rules and deviations still require local verification.
Conditions: a) 6% b) 2.2% c) 0.5% · For a) and b) Not more than 0.5 % to protect product formulation a) Face products, hand products, and lip products, excluding propellant and pump spray products If used at 0.5 % to protect product formulation, the levels used as UV filter must not exceed 5.5 %. b) Body products, including propellant and pump spray products If used at 0.5 % to protect product formulation, the levels used as UV filter must not exceed 1.7 %. Other products · For a) and b): Contains Benzophenone-3(1)
Source:ASEAN Annex VII, reference 4 · version 2026-1 · source checked 2026-08-30
2-Hydroxy-4-methoxybenzophenone-5-sulfonic acid (Benzophenone-4) and its sodium salt (Benzophenone-5) Benzophenone-4 CAS No. 4065-45-6 Benzophenone-5 CAS No. 6628-37-1
CAS 4065-45-6; 6628-37-1 · EC 223-772-2
ASEAN Annex VII lists this record among UV filters allowed for cosmetic use. Member-state transition rules and deviations still require local verification.
Conditions: 5% (as acid)
Source:ASEAN Annex VII, reference 22 · version 2026-1 · source checked 2026-08-30
2-Methyl-2H-isothiazol- 3-one (INCI) Methylisothiazolinone(14) CAS No.2682-20-4
CAS 2682-20-4 · EC 220-239-6
ASEAN Annex VI lists this record among preservatives allowed for cosmetic use. Member-state transition rules and deviations still require local verification.
Conditions: 0.0015% · Rinse-off products only
Source:ASEAN Annex VI, reference 57 · version 2026-1 · source checked 2026-08-30
2-Phenoxyethanol CAS No. 122-99-6
CAS 122-99-6 · EC 204-589-7
ASEAN Annex VI lists this record among preservatives allowed for cosmetic use. Member-state transition rules and deviations still require local verification.
Conditions: 1.0%
Source:ASEAN Annex VI, reference 29 · version 2026-1 · source checked 2026-08-30
2-Phenylbenzimidazole-5-sulphonic acid and its potassium, sodium and triethanolamine salts CAS No.27503-81-7
CAS 27503-81-7 · EC 248-502-0
ASEAN Annex VII lists this record among UV filters allowed for cosmetic use. Member-state transition rules and deviations still require local verification.
Conditions: 8% expressed as acid
Source:ASEAN Annex VII, reference 6 · version 2026-1 · source checked 2026-08-30
2-ethoxyethyl (2Z)-2-cyano- 2-[3-(3- methoxypropylamino) cyclohex-2-en-1- ylidene]acetate Methoxypropylamino Cyclohexenylidene Ethoxyethylcyanoacetate CAS No. 1419401-88-9
CAS 1419401-88-9
ASEAN Annex VII lists this record among UV filters allowed for cosmetic use. Member-state transition rules and deviations still require local verification.
Conditions: 3 % · -- Not to be used in applications that may lead to exposure of the end-user’s lungs by inhalation — Do not use with nitrosating agents – Maximum nitrosamine content: 50 μg/kg — Keep in nitrite-free containers’
Source:ASEAN Annex VII, reference 31 · version 2026-1 · source checked 2026-08-30
3,3'-Dibromo-4,4'-hexamethylenedioxydi- benzamidine (Dibromohexamidine) and its salts ( including isethionate) (CAS No. 93856-83-8)
CAS 93856-83-8 · EC 299-116-4
ASEAN Annex VI lists this record among preservatives allowed for cosmetic use. Member-state transition rules and deviations still require local verification.
Conditions: 0.1%
Source:ASEAN Annex VI, reference 15 · version 2026-1 · source checked 2026-08-30
3,3-(1,4-Phenylene) bis (5,6-diphenyl- 1,2,4-triazine) CAS No. 55514-22-2
CAS 55514-22-2 · EC 700-823-1 (L)
ASEAN Annex VII lists this record among UV filters allowed for cosmetic use. Member-state transition rules and deviations still require local verification.
Conditions: 5% · Not to be used in application that may lead to exposure of the end user's lungs by inhalation.’
Source:ASEAN Annex VII, reference 30 · version 2026-1 · source checked 2026-08-30
3,3’-(1,4-Phenylenedimethylene)bis(7,7-dimethyl-2- oxo-bicyclo-[2,2,1]hept-1-yl methanesulfonic acid) and its salts Terephthalylidene CAS No. 92761-26-7 Dicamphor Sulfonic Acid CAS No. 90457-82-2
CAS 92761-26-7; 90457-82-2
ASEAN Annex VII lists this record among UV filters allowed for cosmetic use. Member-state transition rules and deviations still require local verification.
Conditions: 10% (expressed as acid)
Source:ASEAN Annex VII, reference 7 · version 2026-1 · source checked 2026-08-30
3,3’-Bis(1-hydroxymethyl-2,5-dioxoimidazolidin- 4-yl)-1,1’-methylenediurea (“Imidazolidinyl urea”) CAS No. 39236-46-9
CAS 39236-46-9 · EC 254-372-6
ASEAN Annex VI lists this record among preservatives allowed for cosmetic use. Member-state transition rules and deviations still require local verification.
Conditions: 0.6%
Source:ASEAN Annex VI, reference 27 · version 2026-1 · source checked 2026-08-30
3-(p-Chlorophenoxy)-propane-1,2-diol (chlorphenesin) CAS No. 104-29-0
CAS 104-29-0 · EC 203-192-6
ASEAN Annex VI lists this record among preservatives allowed for cosmetic use. Member-state transition rules and deviations still require local verification.
Conditions: 0.3%
Source:ASEAN Annex VI, reference 50 · version 2026-1 · source checked 2026-08-30
3-Acetyl-6-methylpyran-2,4 (3H)-dione (Dehydroacetic acid) and its salts Dehydroacetic acid (CAS No. 520-45-6, 16807- 48-0), Sodium dehydroacetate (CAS No. 4418-26-2)
CAS 520-45-6; 16807-48-0; 4418-26-2 · EC 224-580-1
ASEAN Annex VI lists this record among preservatives allowed for cosmetic use. Member-state transition rules and deviations still require local verification.
Conditions: 0.6% (acid) · Prohibited in aerosol dispensers (sprays)
Source:ASEAN Annex VI, reference 13 · version 2026-1 · source checked 2026-08-30
4,4-Dimethyl-1,3-oxazolidine CAS No. 51200-87-4
CAS 51200-87-4 · EC 257-048-2
ASEAN Annex VI lists this record among preservatives allowed for cosmetic use. Member-state transition rules and deviations still require local verification.
Conditions: 0.1% · The pH of the finished product must not be lower than 6
Source:ASEAN Annex VI, reference 45 · version 2026-1 · source checked 2026-08-30
4-(3-ethoxy-4-hydroxyphenyl)butan-2-one Hydroxyethoxyphenyl Butanone CAS No. 569646-79-3
CAS 569646-79-3 · EC 933-435-8
ASEAN Annex VI lists this record among preservatives allowed for cosmetic use. Member-state transition rules and deviations still require local verification.
Conditions: 0.7 %
Source:ASEAN Annex VI, reference 60 · version 2026-1 · source checked 2026-08-30
4-Chloro-3,5-xylenol CAS No. 88-04-0
CAS 88-04-0
ASEAN Annex VI lists this record among preservatives allowed for cosmetic use. Member-state transition rules and deviations still require local verification.
Conditions: 0.5%
Source:ASEAN Annex VI, reference 26 · version 2026-1 · source checked 2026-08-30
4-Chloro-m-cresol CAS No. 59-50-7
CAS 59-50-7 · EC 200-431-6
ASEAN Annex VI lists this record among preservatives allowed for cosmetic use. Member-state transition rules and deviations still require local verification.
Conditions: 0.2% · Prohibited in products intended to come into contact with mucous membranes
Source:ASEAN Annex VI, reference 24 · version 2026-1 · source checked 2026-08-30
4-Dimethylaminobenzoate of ethyl-2-hexyl (octyl dimethyl PABA) CAS No. 21245-02-3
CAS 21245-02-3 · EC 244-289-3
ASEAN Annex VII lists this record among UV filters allowed for cosmetic use. Member-state transition rules and deviations still require local verification.
Conditions: 8%
Source:ASEAN Annex VII, reference 21 · version 2026-1 · source checked 2026-08-30
4-Hydroxybenzoic acid and its Methyl- and Ethyl- esters, and their salts (INCI) 4-Hydroxybenzoic acid; CAS No. 99-96-7; Methylparaben; CAS No. 99-76-3; potassium ethylparaben; CAS No. 36457-19-9; potassium paraben; CAS No. 16782-08-4 sodium methylparaben; CAS No. 5026-62-0; sodium ethylparaben; CAS No. 35285-68-8; ethylparaben; CAS No. 120-47-8; sodium paraben; CAS No. 114-63-6; potassium methylparaben; CAS No. 26112-07- 2; calcium paraben; CAS No. 69959-44-0;
4-Hydroxybenzoic acid and its Methyl- and Ethyl- esters, and their salts (INCI) 4-Hydroxybenzoic acid; CAS No. 99-96-7; Methylparaben; CAS No. 99-76-3; potassium ethylparaben; CAS No. 36457-19-9; potassium paraben; CAS No. 16782-08-4 sodium methylparaben;
CAS 99-96-7; 99-76-3; 36457-19-9; 16782-08-4; 5026-62-0; 35285-68-8; 120-47-8; 114-63-6; 26112-07-2; 69959-44-0 · EC 202-804-9
ASEAN Annex VI lists this record among preservatives allowed for cosmetic use. Member-state transition rules and deviations still require local verification.
Conditions: 0.4% (as acid) for single ester 0.8% (as acid) for mixtures of esters
Source:ASEAN Annex VI, reference 12 · version 2026-1 · source checked 2026-08-30
4-Isopropyl-m-cresol CAS No. 3228-02-2
CAS 3228-02-2 · EC 221-761-2
ASEAN Annex VI lists this record among preservatives allowed for cosmetic use. Member-state transition rules and deviations still require local verification.
Conditions: 0.1%
Source:ASEAN Annex VI, reference 38 · version 2026-1 · source checked 2026-08-30
5-Bromo-5-nitro-1,3 dioxane CAS No. 30007-47-7
CAS 30007-47-7 · EC 250-001-7
ASEAN Annex VI lists this record among preservatives allowed for cosmetic use. Member-state transition rules and deviations still require local verification.
Conditions: 0.1% · Rinse-off products only Avoid formation of nitrosamines
Source:ASEAN Annex VI, reference 20 · version 2026-1 · source checked 2026-08-30
5-Chloro-2- (2,4- dichlorophenoxy) phenol (INCI) Triclosan (INN) CAS No. 3380-34-5
CAS 3380-34-5 · EC 222-182-2
ASEAN Annex VI lists this record among preservatives allowed for cosmetic use. Member-state transition rules and deviations still require local verification.
Conditions: (a) 0.3% (b) 0.2% · (a) Toothpastes Hand soaps Body soaps/Shower gels Deodorants (non- spray) Face powders and blemish concealers Nail products for cleaning the fingernails and toenails before the application of artificial nail systems Shampoo Hair conditioner Facial cleanser (b) Mouthwashes
Source:ASEAN Annex VI, reference 25 · version 2026-1 · source checked 2026-08-30
5-Ethyl-3,7-dioxa-1-azabicyclo [3.3.0] octane CAS No. 7747-35-5
CAS 7747-35-5 · EC 231-810-4
ASEAN Annex VI lists this record among preservatives allowed for cosmetic use. Member-state transition rules and deviations still require local verification.
Conditions: 0.3% · Prohibited in oral hygiene products and in products intended to come into contact with mucous membranes
Source:ASEAN Annex VI, reference 49 · version 2026-1 · source checked 2026-08-30
6,6-Dibromo-4,4-dichloro-2,2’-methylene- diphenol (Bromochlorophen) CAS No. 15435-29-7
CAS 15435-29-7 · EC 239-446-8
ASEAN Annex VI lists this record among preservatives allowed for cosmetic use. Member-state transition rules and deviations still require local verification.
Conditions: 0.1%
Source:ASEAN Annex VI, reference 37 · version 2026-1 · source checked 2026-08-30
Alkyl (C ) trimethyl ammonium bromide and 12-22 chloride) (+) Behentrimonium chloride (11) (CAS No. 17301- 53-0), cetrimonium bromide (CAS No. 57-09-0), cetrimonium chloride (12) (CAS No. 112-02- 7), laurtrimonium bromide, (CAS No. 1119- 94-4), laurtrimonium chloride (CAS No. 112- 00-5), steartrimonium bromide (CAS No. 1120-02-1), steartrimonium chloride (12) (CAS No. 112-03-8)
Alkyl (C ) trimethyl ammonium bromide and 12-22 chloride) (+) Behentrimonium chloride (11) (CAS No. 17301- 53-0), cetrimonium bromide (CAS No. 57-09-0), cetrimonium chloride (12) (CAS No. 112-02- 7), laurtrimonium bromide, (CAS No. 1119- 94-4), laurtrimon
CAS 17301-53-0; 57-09-0; 112-02-7; 1119-94-4; 112-00-5; 1120-02-1; 112-03-8 · EC 241-327-0
ASEAN Annex VI lists this record among preservatives allowed for cosmetic use. Member-state transition rules and deviations still require local verification.
Conditions: 0.1%
Source:ASEAN Annex VI, reference 44 · version 2026-1 · source checked 2026-08-30
Benzethonium Chloride (INCI)
ASEAN Annex VI lists this record among preservatives allowed for cosmetic use. Member-state transition rules and deviations still require local verification.
Conditions: 0.1% · age, in oral hygiene p(aro) dRuicntsse a-nodff pinr opdroudctusc ts i(nbt)e nLdeeadv efo or na ppprolidcuactitosn o ther
Source:ASEAN Annex VI, reference 53 · version 2026-1 · source checked 2026-08-30
Benzoic acid (CAS No. 65-85-0), and its sodium salt (CAS No. 532-32-1)
CAS 65-85-0; 532-32-1 · EC 200-618-2
ASEAN Annex VI lists this record among preservatives allowed for cosmetic use. Member-state transition rules and deviations still require local verification.
Conditions: Rinse off products, except oral care products; 2.5 % (acid) Oral care products; 1.7 % (acid) Leave-on products; 0.5 % (acid)
Source:ASEAN Annex VI, reference 1 · version 2026-1 · source checked 2026-08-30
Benzoic acid, 2-[-4-(diethylamino)-2- hydroxybenzoyl]-, hexylester. INCI Name: Diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl Benzoate CAS No. 302776-68-7
CAS 302776-68-7 · EC 443-860-6
ASEAN Annex VII lists this record among UV filters allowed for cosmetic use. Member-state transition rules and deviations still require local verification.
Conditions: 10 %
Source:ASEAN Annex VII, reference 28 · version 2026-1 · source checked 2026-08-30
Benzoic acid, 4,4-((6-(((1,1-dimethylethyl)amino) carbonyl)phenyl)amino)-1,3,5-triazine-2,4- diyl)diimino)bis-,bis-(2-ethylhexyl)ester) CAS No. 154702-15-5
CAS 154702-15-5
ASEAN Annex VII lists this record among UV filters allowed for cosmetic use. Member-state transition rules and deviations still require local verification.
Conditions: 10%
Source:ASEAN Annex VII, reference 17 · version 2026-1 · source checked 2026-08-30
Benzyl alcohol (8) CAS No. 100-51-6
CAS 100-51-6 · EC 202-859-9
ASEAN Annex VI lists this record among preservatives allowed for cosmetic use. Member-state transition rules and deviations still require local verification.
Conditions: 1%
Source:ASEAN Annex VI, reference 34 · version 2026-1 · source checked 2026-08-30
Benzylhemiformal CAS No. 14548-60-8
CAS 14548-60-8 · EC 238-588-8
ASEAN Annex VI lists this record among preservatives allowed for cosmetic use. Member-state transition rules and deviations still require local verification.
Conditions: 0.15% · Only for products to be removed by rinsing
Source:ASEAN Annex VI, reference 55 · version 2026-1 · source checked 2026-08-30
Biphenyl-2-ol CAS No. 90-43-7
CAS 90-43-7 · EC 201-993-5
ASEAN Annex VI lists this record among preservatives allowed for cosmetic use. Member-state transition rules and deviations still require local verification.
Conditions: Rinse-off products; 0.2% (as phenol) Leave-on products; 0.15% (as phenol) · Avoid contact with eyes.
Source:ASEAN Annex VI, reference 7 · version 2026-1 · source checked 2026-08-30
Bronopol (INN) CAS No. 52-51-7
CAS 52-51-7 · EC 200-143-0
ASEAN Annex VI lists this record among preservatives allowed for cosmetic use. Member-state transition rules and deviations still require local verification.
Conditions: 0.1% · Avoid formation of nitrosamines
Source:ASEAN Annex VI, reference 21 · version 2026-1 · source checked 2026-08-30
Butyl 4-hydroxybenzoate and its salts Propyl 4- hydroxybenzoate and its salts Butylparaben; CAS No. 94-26-8; Propylparaben; CAS No. 94-13-3 sodium propylparaben; CAS No. 35285-69-9 sodium butylparaben; CAS No. 36457-20-2 ; potassium butylparaben; CAS No. 38566-94-8; potassium propylparaben; CAS No. 84930-16- 5;
Butyl 4-hydroxybenzoate and its salts Propyl 4- hydroxybenzoate and its salts Butylparaben; CAS No. 94-26-8; Propylparaben; CAS No. 94-13-3 sodium propylparaben; CAS No. 35285-69-9 sodium butylparaben; CAS No. 36457-20-2 ; potassium butylparaben; CAS No.
CAS 94-26-8; 94-13-3; 35285-69-9; 36457-20-2; 38566-94-8; 84930-16-5 · EC 202-318-7
ASEAN Annex VI lists this record among preservatives allowed for cosmetic use. Member-state transition rules and deviations still require local verification.
Conditions: 0.14 % (as acid) for the sum of the individual concentrations 0.8 % (as acid) for mixtures of substances mentioned in entry 12 and 12a, where the sum of the individual concentrations of butyl- and propylparaben and their salts does not exceed 0.14 % · Not to be used in leave-on products designed for application on the nappy area of children under three years of age. · For leave-on products designed for children under three years of age: “Do not use on the nappy area”’
Source:ASEAN Annex VI, reference 12a · version 2026-1 · source checked 2026-08-30
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ASEAN Cosmetic Directive annexes
Banned, restricted and positive-list substances under the harmonised ASEAN framework
Legal meaning: Regional directive; member-state transitions and deviations still require local verification
Available language: English
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