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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.

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Official ingredient records

2224 matching records
ProhibitedBinding ruleOriginal is EnglishOfficial-source import checked

Methyloxirane

CAS 75-56-9

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 655 · version 2026-1 · source checked 2026-08-30

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Methylphenylenediamines, their N-substituted derivatives and their salts (1) with the exception of the substances under reference numbers 9a and 9b in this Annex and substances under reference numbers 364, 1310 and 1313 in Annex II

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: Hair dye substance in oxidative hair dye products Use for dyeing eyelashes and eyebrows is not permitted. · After mixing under oxidative conditions the maximum concentration applied to hair must not exceed 5 % calculated as free base The direction for use “wear suitable gloves” must be included in label or leaflet text. · To be printed on the label: The mixing ratio. “Hair colourants can cause severe allergic reactions. Read and follow instructions. This product is not intended for use on persons under the age of 16.

Source:ASEAN Annex III, reference 9 · version 2026-1 · source checked 2026-08-30

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Metyrapone (INN)

CAS 54-36-4

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 292 · version 2026-1 · source checked 2026-08-30

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Mixture of (1), (2) & (3) in dispersing agent (lignosulphate): (1) 9,10-Anthracenedione- 1,4-bis[(2- Hydroxyethyl)amino] (2) 9,10-Anthracenedione-1- [(2- Hydroxyethyl)amino]- 4-[(3- Hydroxypropyl)amino] (3) 9,10-anthracenedione- 1,4-bis[(3- hydroxypropyl)amino Disperse Blue 377 is a mixture of three dyes: (1) 1,4-bis[(2- hydroxyethyl)amino]anthra-9,10- quinone (2) 1-[(2-hydroxyethyl)amino]-4-[(3- hydroxypropyl)amino]anthra- 9,10- quinone (3) 1,4-bis[(3- hydroxypropyl)amino]anthra- 9,10- quinone CAS No (1) 4471-41- 4 (2) 67674- 26-4 (3) 67701- 36-4

Mixture of (1), (2) & (3) in dispersing agent (lignosulphate): (1) 9,10-Anthracenedione- 1,4-bis[(2- Hydroxyethyl)amino] (2) 9,10-Anthracenedione-1- [(2- Hydroxyethyl)amino]- 4-[(3- Hydroxypropyl)amino] (3) 9,10-anthracenedione- 1,4-bis[(3- hydroxypropyl)

CAS 4471-41-4; 67674-26-4; 67701-36-4 · EC 266-865-3

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: Hair dye substance in non- oxidative hair dye products Use for dyeing eyelashes and eyebrows is not permitted. · 2.0% · The direction for use “wear suitable gloves” must be included in label or leaflet text. · Do not use to dye eyelashes or eyebrows

Source:ASEAN Annex III, reference 295 · version 2026-1 · source checked 2026-08-30

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Mixture of 5-Chloro-2-methyl-isothiazol-3(2H)- one and 2-Methylisothiazol-3(2H)-one (INCI) Methylchloroisothiazolinone (and) Methylisothiazolinone(9) CAS No. 26172-55-4, 2682-20-4, 55965-84-9

CAS 26172-55-4; 2682-20-4; 55965-84-9 · EC 247-500-7

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

Conditions: 0,0015 % (of a mixture in the ratio 3:1 of 5-chloro- 2- methylisothiazol 3(2H)-one and 2-methylisothiazol-3 (2H)-one) · Rinse-off products

Source:ASEAN Annex VI, reference 39 · version 2026-1 · source checked 2026-08-30

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Mofebutazone (INN)

CAS 2210-63-1

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 64 · version 2026-1 · source checked 2026-08-30

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Molinate (ISO)

CAS 2212-67-1

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 1180 · version 2026-1 · source checked 2026-08-30

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Molybdenum trioxide

CAS 1313-27-5

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 1465 · version 2026-1 · source checked 2026-08-30

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Monoalkylamines, monoalkanolamines and their salts

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 • Minimum purity: 99% • Maximum secondary amine content : 0.5% (applies to raw materials) • Maximum nitrosamine content: 50 g/kg(21) • Keep in nitrite-free containers

Source:ASEAN Annex III, reference 61 · version 2026-1 · source checked 2026-08-30

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Monocrotophos

CAS 6923-22-4

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 1092 · version 2026-1 · source checked 2026-08-30

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Permitted list with conditionsBinding ruleOriginal is EnglishOfficial-source import checked

Monosodium salt of 2,2'-(1,4-phenylene)bis)-1H- benzimidazole-4,6-disulphonic acid CAS No.180898-37-7

CAS 180898-37-7 · EC 29-750-0

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

Conditions: 10% (of acid)

Source:ASEAN Annex VII, reference 24 · version 2026-1 · source checked 2026-08-30

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Monuron

CAS 150-68-5

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 1025 · version 2026-1 · source checked 2026-08-30

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N,N',N'-Tris(polyoxyethylene)-N- hexadecylpropylenediamine dihydrofluoride

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) Oral hygiene products (except mouthwash) (b) Mouthwash · 0.15 % calculated as F. When mixed with other fluorine compounds permitted under this Annex, total F concentration must not exceed 0.15 % · (a) & (b) Contains N,N',N'-tris(polyoxy- ethylene) -N-hexadecylpropylene- diamine dihydrofluoride (a) "Children of 6 years and younger: use a pea-sized amount for supervised brushing to minimize swallowing. In case of intake of fluoride from other sources consult a dentist or doctor.”(12) (b) Do not use for children below 6 years of age

Source:ASEAN Annex III, reference 38 · version 2026-1 · source checked 2026-08-30

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N,N'-Diacetylbenzidine

CAS 613-35-4

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 1502 · version 2026-1 · source checked 2026-08-30

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N,N-Dimethylacetamide

CAS 127-19-5

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 747 · version 2026-1 · source checked 2026-08-30

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N,N-Dimethylaniline

CAS 121-69-7

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 1007 · version 2026-1 · source checked 2026-08-30

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N,N-Dimethylformamide

CAS 68-12-2

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 743 · version 2026-1 · source checked 2026-08-30

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N-(2-Hydroxyethyl)-2-nitro-4- trifluormethyl-aniline HC Yellow No 13 CAS No 10442-83-8

CAS 10442-83-8 · EC 443-760-2

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) 2.5% · (a) After mixing under oxidative conditions the maximum concentration applied to hair must not exceed 2.5% For (a) and (b): - Do not use with nitrosating agents - Maximum nitrosamine content: 50µg/kg(21) - Keep in nitrite-free containers. The direction for use “wear suitable gloves” must be included in label or leaflet text. · (a) The mixing ratio must be printed on the label. 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 273 · version 2026-1 · source checked 2026-08-30

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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

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Evidence status

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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.
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