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ASEAN cosmetic ingredient regulations

Regional annexes require member-state effective-date and deviation checks.

Regulator
ASEAN Cosmetic Committee / national regulators
Source language
English and national languages
Coverage version
ASEAN Cosmetic Directive annexes 2026-1, 22 June 2026

What this list is

The ASEAN Cosmetic Directive is not law anywhere by itself. Each member state enacts it separately, on its own date, sometimes with its own changes — so a regional answer is a starting point, not a compliance answer.

  • 2,224 regional records: 1,728 prohibited, 249 restricted, 247 on a positive list.
  • The directive is agreed regionally and given force by each member state's own instrument.
  • Effective dates differ between member states, so the same annex can be in force in one and not another.
  • Member states may add national requirements the regional annexes do not contain.

The ASEAN Cosmetic Directive harmonises the annexes across ten member states, and it is genuinely useful for that: one set of prohibited, restricted and positive lists covering a region that would otherwise need ten separate checks. What it is not is directly binding. The directive takes effect in a member state when that state gives it effect in national law, and those instruments are made at different times.

Two consequences follow, and both bite in practice. An annex amendment agreed regionally may be in force in Singapore and not yet in Indonesia, so the same substance can have two different answers on the same day. And a member state may impose requirements of its own — notification procedures, labelling in a national language, additional restrictions — that the regional annexes say nothing about.

Treat what follows as the regional baseline. For a product going to a specific market, the national instrument and its current effective date are the answer, and this list is where to start rather than where to stop.

Checked against

Official ingredient records

2224 matching records
RestrictedBinding ruleOriginal is EnglishOfficial-source import checked

Fatty acid diakylamides and dialkanolamides

ASEAN Annex III lists this record among substances allowed only under restrictions and conditions. Member-state transition rules and deviations still require local verification.

Conditions: Maximum secondary amine content: 0.5% · • Do not use with nitrosating systems • Maximum secondary amine content : 5% (applies to raw materials) • Maximum nitrosamine content : 50 g/kg(21) • Keep in nitrite-free containers

Source:ASEAN Annex III, reference 60 · version 2026-1 · source checked 2026-08-30

ProhibitedBinding ruleOriginal is EnglishOfficial-source import checked

Fenadiazole (INN)

CAS 1008-65-7

ASEAN Annex II lists this record among substances prohibited in cosmetic products. Member-state transition rules and deviations still require local verification.

Source:ASEAN Annex II, reference 208 · version 2026-1 · source checked 2026-08-30

ProhibitedBinding ruleOriginal is EnglishOfficial-source import checked

Fenarimol

CAS 60168-88-9

ASEAN Annex II lists this record among substances prohibited in cosmetic products. Member-state transition rules and deviations still require local verification.

Source:ASEAN Annex II, reference 1075 · version 2026-1 · source checked 2026-08-30

ProhibitedBinding ruleOriginal is EnglishOfficial-source import checked

Fenozolone (INN)

CAS 15302-16-6

ASEAN Annex II lists this record among substances prohibited in cosmetic products. Member-state transition rules and deviations still require local verification.

Source:ASEAN Annex II, reference 180 · version 2026-1 · source checked 2026-08-30

ProhibitedBinding ruleOriginal is EnglishOfficial-source import checked

Fenpropimorph

CAS 67564-91-4

ASEAN Annex II lists this record among substances prohibited in cosmetic products. Member-state transition rules and deviations still require local verification.

Source:ASEAN Annex II, reference 1181 · version 2026-1 · source checked 2026-08-30

ProhibitedBinding ruleOriginal is EnglishOfficial-source import checked

Fenthion

CAS 55-38-9

ASEAN Annex II lists this record among substances prohibited in cosmetic products. Member-state transition rules and deviations still require local verification.

Source:ASEAN Annex II, reference 1072 · version 2026-1 · source checked 2026-08-30

ProhibitedBinding ruleOriginal is EnglishOfficial-source import checked

Fentin acetate

CAS 900-95-8

ASEAN Annex II lists this record among substances prohibited in cosmetic products. Member-state transition rules and deviations still require local verification.

Source:ASEAN Annex II, reference 1115 · version 2026-1 · source checked 2026-08-30

ProhibitedBinding ruleOriginal is EnglishOfficial-source import checked

Fentin hydroxide

CAS 76-87-9

ASEAN Annex II lists this record among substances prohibited in cosmetic products. Member-state transition rules and deviations still require local verification.

Source:ASEAN Annex II, reference 1099 · version 2026-1 · source checked 2026-08-30

ProhibitedBinding ruleOriginal is EnglishOfficial-source import checked

Fenyramidol (INN)

CAS 553-69-5

ASEAN Annex II lists this record among substances prohibited in cosmetic products. Member-state transition rules and deviations still require local verification.

Source:ASEAN Annex II, reference 274 · version 2026-1 · source checked 2026-08-30

ProhibitedBinding ruleOriginal is EnglishOfficial-source import checked

Fluanisone (INN)

CAS 1480-19-9

ASEAN Annex II lists this record among substances prohibited in cosmetic products. Member-state transition rules and deviations still require local verification.

Source:ASEAN Annex II, reference 187 · version 2026-1 · source checked 2026-08-30

ProhibitedBinding ruleOriginal is EnglishOfficial-source import checked

Fluazifop-P-butyl

CAS 79241-46-6

ASEAN Annex II lists this record among substances prohibited in cosmetic products. Member-state transition rules and deviations still require local verification.

Source:ASEAN Annex II, reference 1103 · version 2026-1 · source checked 2026-08-30

ProhibitedBinding ruleOriginal is EnglishOfficial-source import checked

Fluazifop-butyl

CAS 69806-50-4

ASEAN Annex II lists this record among substances prohibited in cosmetic products. Member-state transition rules and deviations still require local verification.

Source:ASEAN Annex II, reference 739 · version 2026-1 · source checked 2026-08-30

ProhibitedBinding ruleOriginal is EnglishOfficial-source import checked

Flumioxazin

CAS 103361-09-7

ASEAN Annex II lists this record among substances prohibited in cosmetic products. Member-state transition rules and deviations still require local verification.

Source:ASEAN Annex II, reference 736 · version 2026-1 · source checked 2026-08-30

RestrictedBinding ruleOriginal is EnglishOfficial-source import checked

Fluorescein, 2',4',5',7'-tetrabromo- 4,5,6,7- tetrachloro-, disodium salt (CI 45410) Acid Red 92 CAS No 18472-87-2

CAS 18472-87-2 · EC 242-355-6

ASEAN Annex III lists this record among substances allowed only under restrictions and conditions. Member-state transition rules and deviations still require local verification.

Conditions: (a) Hair dye substance in oxidative hair dye products (b) Hair dye substance in non-oxidative hair dye products Use for dyeing eyelashes and eyebrows is not permitted. · (b) 0.4 % · (a) After mixing under oxidative conditions the maximum concentration applied to hair must not exceed 2.0 % (a) and (b): The direction for use “wear suitable gloves” must be included in label or leaflet text. · (a) To be printed on the label: The mixing ratio. “ Hair colorants can cause severe allergic reactions. Read and follow instructions. This product is not intended for use on persons under the age of 16. Temporary ‘black henna’ tattoos may increase your risk of allergy. Do not colour your hair if: — you have a rash on your face or sensitive, irritated and damaged scalp, — you have ever experienced any reaction after colouring your hair, — you have experienced a reaction to a temporary ‘black henna’ tattoo in the past. (a) and (b) Do not use to dye eyelashes or eyebrows

Source:ASEAN Annex III, reference 294 · version 2026-1 · source checked 2026-08-30

ProhibitedBinding ruleOriginal is EnglishOfficial-source import checked

Fluoresone (INN)

CAS 2924-67-6

ASEAN Annex II lists this record among substances prohibited in cosmetic products. Member-state transition rules and deviations still require local verification.

Source:ASEAN Annex II, reference 189 · version 2026-1 · source checked 2026-08-30

ProhibitedBinding ruleOriginal is EnglishOfficial-source import checked

Fluorouracil (INN)

CAS 51-21-8

ASEAN Annex II lists this record among substances prohibited in cosmetic products. Member-state transition rules and deviations still require local verification.

Source:ASEAN Annex II, reference 190 · version 2026-1 · source checked 2026-08-30

ProhibitedBinding ruleOriginal is EnglishOfficial-source import checked

Flusilazole

CAS 85509-19-9

ASEAN Annex II lists this record among substances prohibited in cosmetic products. Member-state transition rules and deviations still require local verification.

Source:ASEAN Annex II, reference 740 · version 2026-1 · source checked 2026-08-30

ProhibitedBinding ruleOriginal is EnglishOfficial-source import checked

Formaldehyde

CAS 50-00-0 · EC 200-001-8

ASEAN Annex II lists this record among substances prohibited in cosmetic products. Member-state transition rules and deviations still require local verification.

Source:ASEAN Annex II, reference 1577 · version 2026-1 · source checked 2026-08-30

RestrictedBinding ruleOriginal is EnglishOfficial-source import checked

Formaldehyde CAS No 50-00-0

CAS 50-00-0 · EC 200-001-8

ASEAN Annex III lists this record among substances allowed only under restrictions and conditions. Member-state transition rules and deviations still require local verification.

Conditions: Nail hardening products · 2.2% calculated as formaldehyde · Allowed only in Lao PDR · Protects cuticles with grease or oil. Contains formaldehyde (2(

Source:ASEAN Annex III, reference 13 · version 2026-1 · source checked 2026-08-30

ProhibitedBinding ruleOriginal is EnglishOfficial-source import checked

Formamide

CAS 75-12-7

ASEAN Annex II lists this record among substances prohibited in cosmetic products. Member-state transition rules and deviations still require local verification.

Source:ASEAN Annex II, reference 744 · version 2026-1 · source checked 2026-08-30

Permitted list with conditionsBinding ruleOriginal is EnglishOfficial-source import checked

Formic acid (CAS No. 64-18-6) and its sodium salt (CAS No. 141-53-7)

CAS 64-18-6; 141-53-7 · EC 200-579-1

ASEAN Annex VI lists this record among preservatives allowed for cosmetic use. Member-state transition rules and deviations still require local verification.

Conditions: 0.5% (expressed as acid)

Source:ASEAN Annex VI, reference 14 · version 2026-1 · source checked 2026-08-30

ProhibitedBinding ruleOriginal is EnglishOfficial-source import checked

Fuel oil, No 6

CAS 68553-00-4

ASEAN Annex II lists this record among substances prohibited in cosmetic products. Member-state transition rules and deviations still require local verification.

Source:ASEAN Annex II, reference 950 · version 2026-1 · source checked 2026-08-30

ProhibitedBinding ruleOriginal is EnglishOfficial-source import checked

Fuel oil, heavy, high-sulphur

CAS 92045-14-2

ASEAN Annex II lists this record among substances prohibited in cosmetic products. Member-state transition rules and deviations still require local verification.

Source:ASEAN Annex II, reference 962 · version 2026-1 · source checked 2026-08-30

ProhibitedBinding ruleOriginal is EnglishOfficial-source import checked

Fuel oil, no. 2

CAS 68476-30-2

ASEAN Annex II lists this record among substances prohibited in cosmetic products. Member-state transition rules and deviations still require local verification.

Source:ASEAN Annex II, reference 1087 · version 2026-1 · source checked 2026-08-30

ProhibitedBinding ruleOriginal is EnglishOfficial-source import checked

Fuel oil, no. 4

CAS 68476-31-3

ASEAN Annex II lists this record among substances prohibited in cosmetic products. Member-state transition rules and deviations still require local verification.

Source:ASEAN Annex II, reference 1088 · version 2026-1 · source checked 2026-08-30

ProhibitedBinding ruleOriginal is EnglishOfficial-source import checked

Fuel oil, residual

CAS 68476-33-5

ASEAN Annex II lists this record among substances prohibited in cosmetic products. Member-state transition rules and deviations still require local verification.

Source:ASEAN Annex II, reference 944 · version 2026-1 · source checked 2026-08-30

ProhibitedBinding ruleOriginal is EnglishOfficial-source import checked

Fuels, diesel, no. 2

CAS 68476-34-6

ASEAN Annex II lists this record among substances prohibited in cosmetic products. Member-state transition rules and deviations still require local verification.

Source:ASEAN Annex II, reference 1089 · version 2026-1 · source checked 2026-08-30

Market coverage contract

Complete regional annex dataset
Included scope
Annexes II, III, IV, VI and VII covering prohibited, restricted and positive-list substances.
If no match is found
Regional annex coverage does not replace member-state implementation dates, notifications or national deviations.

Complete verification checklist

  1. Search all ACD annexes by name and identifiers.
  2. Apply product type, maximum level and warning conditions.
  3. Confirm the target member state's adoption and transition date.
  4. Complete the local notification and responsible-company requirements.

Official sources and legal role

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

What this market page can answer

Source and authority

Identify the official material and the regulator responsible for it: ASEAN Cosmetic Committee / national regulators.

Language and scope

See whether usable English or bilingual material exists and what the mapped source actually covers. Current source language: English and national languages.

Evidence status

Browse ingredient-level records imported from official sources. Each row states whether it passed deterministic source checks or human editorial review.

How to verify an ingredient for this market

  1. Search the ingredient by INCI name, CAS number or EC number and record the exact identity.
  2. Open each official source above and check the current version, product scope, concentration limits and required warnings.
  3. Confirm effective dates and whether an English text is official, reviewed or only contextual.
  4. Treat a missing local match as unknown, never as permission or a safety conclusion.