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ASEAN cosmetic ingredient regulations

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

Official ingredient records

2224 matching records
Permitted list with conditionsBinding ruleOriginal is EnglishOfficial-source import checked

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

Permitted list with conditionsBinding ruleOriginal is EnglishOfficial-source import checked

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

RestrictedBinding ruleOriginal is EnglishOfficial-source import checked

2-Hydroxyethyl Methacrylate HEMA 868-77-9

CAS 868-77-9 · EC 212-782-2

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: Nail Products · Professional use only · For professional use only Can cause an allergic reaction

Source:ASEAN Annex III, reference 328 · version 2026-1 · source checked 2026-08-30

ProhibitedBinding ruleOriginal is EnglishOfficial-source import checked

2-Methoxypropanol

CAS 1589-47-5

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

ProhibitedBinding ruleOriginal is EnglishOfficial-source import checked

2-Methoxypropyl acetate

CAS 70657-70-4

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

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2-Methyl-1-naphthyl acetate 1-Acetoxy-2-Methylnaphthalene CAS No 5697-02-9

CAS 5697-02-9 · EC 454-690-7

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 2.0% (When both 2-Methyl-1-Naphthol and 1-Acetoxy-2- Methylnaphthalene are present in a hair dye formulation, the maximum concentration on the head of 2-Methyl-1-Naphthol should not exceed 2.0%) The direction for use “wear suitable gloves” must be included in label or leaflet text. · 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 Do not use to dye eyelashes or eyebrows

Source:ASEAN Annex III, reference 262 · version 2026-1 · source checked 2026-08-30

Permitted list with conditionsBinding ruleOriginal is EnglishOfficial-source import checked

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

RestrictedBinding ruleOriginal is EnglishOfficial-source import checked

2-Naphthalenaminium, 8-[(4- amino-3- nitrophenyl)azo]-7-hydroxy-N,N,N- trimethyl-, chloride Basic Brown 17 CAS No 68391-32-2

CAS 68391-32-2 · EC 269-944-0

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

ProhibitedBinding ruleOriginal is EnglishOfficial-source import checked

2-Naphthol

CAS 135-19-3 · EC 205-182-7

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

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2-Nitro-N1-phenyl-benzene-1,4-diamine HC Red No 1 CAS No 2784-89-6

CAS 2784-89-6 · EC 220-494-3

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. · 1.0% · The direction for use “wear suitable gloves” must be included in label or leaflet text. · 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 270 · version 2026-1 · source checked 2026-08-30

ProhibitedBinding ruleOriginal is EnglishOfficial-source import checked

2-Nitroanisole

CAS 91-23-6

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

ProhibitedBinding ruleOriginal is EnglishOfficial-source import checked

2-Nitronaphthalene

CAS 581-89-5

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

ProhibitedBinding ruleOriginal is EnglishOfficial-source import checked

2-Nitropropane

CAS 79-46-9

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

ProhibitedBinding ruleOriginal is EnglishOfficial-source import checked

2-Nitrotoluene

CAS 88-72-2

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 1165 · version 2026-1 · source checked 2026-08-30

Permitted list with conditionsBinding ruleOriginal is EnglishOfficial-source import checked

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

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2-[(2-Nitrophenyl)amino] ethanol HC Yellow No 2 CAS No 4926-55-0

CAS 4926-55-0 · EC 225-555-8

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: (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 0.75% 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 268 · version 2026-1 · source checked 2026-08-30

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2-[(2-methoxy-4- nitrophenyl)amino]ethanol and its salts 2-Hydroxyethylamino- 5-nitroanisole CAS No 66095-81-6

CAS 66095-81-6 · EC 266-138-0

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. · 0.2% · • Do not use with nitrosating agents • Maximum nitrosamine content: 50 μg/kg(21) • Keep in nitrite-free containers 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 209 · version 2026-1 · source checked 2026-08-30

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2-[(3-Aminopyrazolo[1,5-a]pyridin-2- yl)oxy]ethanol hydrochloride Hydroxyethoxy Aminopyrazolopyridine HCl CAS No 1079221-49-0

CAS 1079221-49-0 · EC 695-745-7

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 2.0% The direction for use “wear suitable gloves” must be included in label or leaflet text. · To be printed on the label: “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. 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 318 · version 2026-1 · source checked 2026-08-30

RestrictedBinding ruleOriginal is EnglishOfficial-source import checked

2-[(3amino-4-methoxyphenyl) amino]ethanol and its sulphate 2-Amino-4-hydroxyethylaminoanisole 2-Amino-4-hydroxyethylaminoanisole sulfate CAS No 83763-47-7/83763-48-8

CAS 83763-47-7; 83763-48-8 · EC 280-733-2

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 1.5 % (as sulphate) • Do not use with nitrosating agents • Maximum nitrosamine content: 50 μg/kg(21) • Keep in nitrite-free containers The direction for use “wear suitable gloves” must be included in label or leaflet text. · 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 Do not use to dye eyelashes or eyebrows

Source:ASEAN Annex III, reference 248 · version 2026-1 · source checked 2026-08-30

RestrictedBinding ruleOriginal is EnglishOfficial-source import checked

2-[(4-Aminophenyl)azo]-1,3- dimethyl- 1H-imidazolium chloride Basic Orange 31 CAS No 97404-02-9

CAS 97404-02-9 · EC 306-764-4

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 0.5 % (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 300 · version 2026-1 · source checked 2026-08-30

RestrictedBinding ruleOriginal is EnglishOfficial-source import checked

2-[3-(methylamino)-4- nitrophenoxy]ethanol 3-Methylamino-4-nitrophenoxyethanol CAS No 59820-63-2

CAS 59820-63-2 · EC 261-940-7

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. · 0.15% · • Do not use with nitrosating agents • Maximum nitrosamine content: 50 μg/kg(21) • Keep in nitrite-free containers The free base and salts of this hair colouring ingredient, unless prohibited under Annex II, are permitted for use. 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 198 · version 2026-1 · source checked 2026-08-30

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2-[[4-(Dimethylamino)phenyl]azo]-1,3- dimethyl-1H-imidazolium chloride Basic Red 51 CAS No 77061-58-6

CAS 77061-58-6 · EC 278-601-4

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 0.5 % (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 292 · version 2026-1 · source checked 2026-08-30

RestrictedBinding ruleOriginal is EnglishOfficial-source import checked

2-[bis(2-Hydroxyethyl)amino]-5- nitrophenol HC Yellow No 4 CAS No 59820-43-8

CAS 59820-43-8 · EC 428-840-7

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. · 1.5% · • 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. · Do not use to dye eyelashes or eyebrows

Source:ASEAN Annex III, reference 267 · version 2026-1 · source checked 2026-08-30

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2-chlorobenzene-1,4-diamine (2-Chloro-p-Phenylenediamine), its sulfate and dihydrochloride salts when used as a substance in hair dye products

CAS 615-66-7 · EC 210-441-2

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 1384 · version 2026-1 · source checked 2026-08-30

Permitted list with conditionsBinding ruleOriginal is EnglishOfficial-source import checked

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

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ASEAN Cosmetic Directive annexes

Banned, restricted and positive-list substances under the harmonised ASEAN framework

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