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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

Piprocurarium iodide (INN)

CAS 3562-55-8

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

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Poldine metilsulfate (INN)

CAS 545-80-2

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

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Permitted list with conditionsBinding ruleOriginal is EnglishOfficial-source import checked

Poly(1-hexamethylenebiguanide hydrochloride) Polyaminopropyl biguanide CAS 32289-58-0, 27083-27-8, 28757-47-3, 133029-32-0

CAS 32289-58-0; 27083-27-8; 28757-47-3; 133029-32-0

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 % · Not to be used in applications that may lead to exposure of the end- user's lungs by inhalation’

Source:ASEAN Annex VI, reference 28 · version 2026-1 · source checked 2026-08-30

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Polyacrylamides

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) Body-care leave-on products (b) Other cosmetic products · (a) Maximum residual acrylamide content: 0.1 mg/kg (b) Maximum residual acrylamide content: 0.5 mg/kg

Source:ASEAN Annex III, reference 66 · version 2026-1 · source checked 2026-08-30

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Potassium Hydroxide Potassium Hydroxide CAS No 1310-58-3

CAS 1310-58-3 · EC 215-181-3

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: Callosity softener/remover · 1.5% (4) · For other uses of Potassium hydroxide, see Annex III, No 15a. · • Contains alkali • Avoid contact with eyes • Keep out of reach of children • Read directions for use carefully

Source:ASEAN Annex III, reference 15d · version 2026-1 · source checked 2026-08-30

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Potassium fluoride Potassium fluoride CAS No 7789-23-3

CAS 7789-23-3 · EC 232-151-5

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 potassium fluoride (a) "Children of 6 years and younger: use a pea-sized amount for supervised brushing to minimise 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 32 · version 2026-1 · source checked 2026-08-30

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Potassium or sodium hydroxide Potassium hydroxide/sodium hydroxide CAS No 1310-58-3/1310-73-2

CAS 1310-58-3; 1310-73-2 · EC 215-181-3

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: (a) Nail cuticle solvent (b) Hair straightener 1. General use 2. Professional use (c) pH adjuster for depilatories (d) Other uses as pH adjuster · (a) 5% by weight( 4( (b) 1. 2% by weight( 4( 2. 4.5% by weight( 4( · For other uses of Potassium Hydroxide, see Annex III, 15d. (c) pH < 12.7 (d) pH < 11 · (a) • Contains alkali • Avoid contact with eyes • Can cause blindness • Keep out of reach of children (b) 1. • Contains alkali • Avoid contact with eyes • Can cause blindness • Keep out of reach of children 2. • For professional use only • Avoid contact with eyes • Can cause blindness (c) • Keep out of reach of children • Avoid contact with eyes

Source:ASEAN Annex III, reference 15a · version 2026-1 · source checked 2026-08-30

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Potassium permanganate

CAS 7722-64-7

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 1613 · version 2026-1 · source checked 2026-08-30

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Pramocaine (INN)

CAS 140-65-8

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

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Probenecid (INN)

CAS 57-66-9

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

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Progestogens

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

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Propargite (ISO)

CAS 2312-35-8

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 1178 · version 2026-1 · source checked 2026-08-30

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Propatylnitrate (INN)

CAS 2921-92-8

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

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Propazine

CAS 139-40-2

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 1018 · version 2026-1 · source checked 2026-08-30

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Propiolactone

CAS 57-57-8

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

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Permitted list with conditionsBinding ruleOriginal is EnglishOfficial-source import checked

Propionic acid (CAS No. 79-09-4) and its salts Ammonium propionate (CAS No.17496-08-1) / Calcium propionate (CAS No. 4075-81-4)/ Magnesium propionate (CAS No. 557-27-7)/ Potassium propionate (CAS No. 327-62-8)/ Sodium propionate (CAS No. 137-40-6)

CAS 79-09-4; 17496-08-1; 4075-81-4; 557-27-7; 327-62-8; 137-40-6 · EC 201-176-3

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

Conditions: 2% (acid)

Source:ASEAN Annex VI, reference 2 · version 2026-1 · source checked 2026-08-30

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Propyphenazone (INN)

CAS 479-92-5

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

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Propyzamide

CAS 23950-58-5

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 1049 · version 2026-1 · source checked 2026-08-30

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Psilocybine (INN)

CAS 520-52-5

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

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Pymetrozine (ISO)

CAS 123312-89-0

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 1198 · version 2026-1 · source checked 2026-08-30

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Pyridine-2,6- diyldiamine 2,6-Diaminopyridine CAS No. 141-86-6

CAS 141-86-6 · EC 205-507-2

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: 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 0.15 % 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 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’ Do not use to dye eyelashes or eyebrows

Source:ASEAN Annex III, reference 285 · version 2026-1 · source checked 2026-08-30

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Pyridinium, 1- methyl-4- [( methylphenylhydrazono)methyl]-, methyl sulphate Basic Yellow 87 CAS No 68259-00-7

CAS 68259-00-7 · EC 269-503-2

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) 1.0 % · (a) After mixing under oxidative conditions the maximum concentration applied to hair must not exceed 1.0 % (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 299 · version 2026-1 · source checked 2026-08-30

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Pyrithione Zinc Zinc pyrithione CAS No 13463-41-7

CAS 13463-41-7 · EC 236-671-3

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: Leave-on hair products Rinse-off hair products · 0.1% 1.0% · For purposes other than inhibiting the development of microorganisms in the product, this purpose has to be apparent from the presentation of the product As a preservative, see Annex VI, Part 1, No 8

Source:ASEAN Annex III, reference 101 · version 2026-1 · source checked 2026-08-30

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Pyrithione sodium (INNM)

CAS 3811-73-2

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

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Pyrogallol

CAS 87-66-1

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

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Quinolin-8-ol and bis (8- hydroxyquinolium) sulphate Oxyquinoline and Oxyquinoline Sulphate CAS No 148-24-3/134-31-6

CAS 148-24-3; 134-31-6 · EC 205-711-1

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) Stabilizer for hydrogen peroxide in rinse-off hair care products. (b) Stabilizer for hydrogen peroxide in non-rinse- off hair products. · (a) 0.3% calculated as base (b) 0.03% calculated as base

Source:ASEAN Annex III, reference 51 · version 2026-1 · source checked 2026-08-30

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Quinoline

CAS 91-22-5

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 1527 · version 2026-1 · source checked 2026-08-30

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Quinolinium, 4- formyl-1-methyl-, salt with 4- methylbenzenesulfonic acid (1:1) 4-Formyl-1-Methylquinolinium-p- Toluenesulfonate CAS No 223398-02-5

CAS 223398-02-5

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 2.5 %. 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 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. Do not use to dye eyelashes or eyebrows”

Source:ASEAN Annex III, reference 298 · 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.

How ASEAN differs from other markets

Comparing this market's imported rules against every other market's for the same substance. A market with no imported rule for a substance is left out of that comparison rather than treated as permitting it.

24 substances where ASEAN is stricter than some markets

A formula cleared elsewhere can fail here.

Diethylene GlycolPhenolCatalaseDichloromethaneDihydrocoumarinOxyquinolineThiramZirconium PowderButaneChloropheneFormaldehydeHydroquinoneIsobutaneQUATERNIUM-15Butylphenyl MethylpropionalMethylene GlycolSilver NitrateEthylhexyl Ethylhexanoate4-METHYLBENZYLIDENE CamphorBenzophenoneAzelaic AcidTriclosanCI 47005Dihydroxyacetone
125 substances where ASEAN is more permissive than some markets

Permitted here under conditions and prohibited, or more tightly held, elsewhere — so a formula built for this market may not travel.

Boric AcidMethyl Alcohol1-NAPHTHOLBenzoyl PeroxideChloramine THydrogen PeroxideP-HYDROXYANISOLE1,5-NAPHTHALENEDIOL2,7-NAPHTHALENEDIOL2-AMINO-6-CHLORO-4-NITROPHENOL2-METHYLRESORCINOL3-NITRO-P-HYDROXYETHYLAMINOPHENOL4-AMINO-2-HYDROXYTOLUENE4-AMINO-3-NITROPHENOL4-AMINO-M-CRESOLButoxyethanolDichloropheneM-AMINOPHENOLNitromethaneP-PHENYLENEDIAMINEPhenyl Methyl PyrazoloneTalcTOLUENE-2,5-DIAMINEZinc Pyrithione1,3-BIS-(2,4-DIAMINOPHENOXY)PROPANE1-HYDROXYETHYL 4,5-DIAMINO Pyrazole Sulfate2,6-DIAMINOPYRIDINE2,6-DIHYDROXY-3,4-DIMETHYLPYRIDINE2,6-DIHYDROXYETHYLAMINOTOLUENE2-AMINO-3-HYDROXYPYRIDINE2-AMINO-4-HYDROXYETHYLAMINOANISOLE2-CHLORO-6-ETHYLAMINO-4-NITROPHENOL2-HYDROXYETHYL Picramic Acid2-HYDROXYETHYLAMINO-5-NITROANISOLE2-METHYL-5-HYDROXYETHYLAMINOPHENOL3-AMINO-2,4-DICHLOROPHENOL3-METHYLAMINO-4-NITROPHENOXYETHANOL4-HYDROXYPROPYLAMINO-3-NITROPHENOL4-NITRO-O-PHENYLENEDIAMINE4-NITROPHENYL Aminoethylurea

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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

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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.
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