Canada cosmetic ingredient regulations
The Cosmetic Ingredient Hotlist records administrative prohibitions and restrictions.
- Regulator
- Health Canada
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- English and French
- Coverage version
- Health Canada Cosmetic Ingredient Hotlist, 13 August 2025
Official ingredient records
580 matching recordsNitrocresols and their alkali metal salts
Canada Hotlist: Nitrocresols and their alkali metal salts
CAS 12167-20-3; 119-33-5; 4920-77-8; 2042-14-0; 2581-34-2; 5428-54-6; 700-38-9; 2666-76-4 · EC 218-044-6
Health Canada lists this ingredient as prohibited for use in cosmetic products.
Conditions: Synonyms or related compounds: 2-Nitro-4-cresol; 2-Nitro-m-cresol; 3-Nitro-p-cresol; 4-Nitro-m-cresol; 4-Nitro-o-cresol; 5-Nitro-o-cresol; 6-Nitro-m-cresol; Sodium 4-nitro-m-cresolate
Source:Hotlist prohibited entry 340 · version Health Canada Hotlist 2025-08-13 · source checked 2026-08-30
Nitrofurantoin
Canada Hotlist: Nitrofurantoin
CAS 67-20-9
Health Canada lists this ingredient as prohibited for use in cosmetic products.
Source:Hotlist prohibited entry 341 · version Health Canada Hotlist 2025-08-13 · source checked 2026-08-30
Nitroglycerin
Canada Hotlist: Nitroglycerin
CAS 55-63-0
Health Canada lists this ingredient as prohibited for use in cosmetic products.
Source:Hotlist prohibited entry 342 · version Health Canada Hotlist 2025-08-13 · source checked 2026-08-30
Nitrosamines
Canada Hotlist: Nitrosamines
CAS 64091-91-4; 35576-91-1; 930-55-2; 100-75-4; 10595-95-6; 59-89-2; 621-64-7; 924-16-3; 55-18-5; 1116-54-7; 62-75-9
Health Canada lists this ingredient as prohibited for use in cosmetic products.
Conditions: Synonyms or related compounds: N-nitrosodiethanolamine
Source:Hotlist prohibited entry 343 · version Health Canada Hotlist 2025-08-13 · source checked 2026-08-30
Nitrostilbenes, their homologues and their derivatives
Canada Hotlist: Nitrostilbenes, their homologues and their derivatives
Health Canada lists this ingredient as prohibited for use in cosmetic products.
Source:Hotlist prohibited entry 344 · version Health Canada Hotlist 2025-08-13 · source checked 2026-08-30
Nitroxoline and its salts
Canada Hotlist: Nitroxoline and its salts
CAS 4008-48-4
Health Canada lists this ingredient as prohibited for use in cosmetic products.
Source:Hotlist prohibited entry 345 · version Health Canada Hotlist 2025-08-13 · source checked 2026-08-30
Noradrenaline and its salts
Canada Hotlist: Noradrenaline and its salts
CAS 51-41-2
Health Canada lists this ingredient as prohibited for use in cosmetic products.
Source:Hotlist prohibited entry 346 · version Health Canada Hotlist 2025-08-13 · source checked 2026-08-30
Noscapine and its salts
Canada Hotlist: Noscapine and its salts
CAS 128-62-1
Health Canada lists this ingredient as prohibited for use in cosmetic products.
Source:Hotlist prohibited entry 347 · version Health Canada Hotlist 2025-08-13 · source checked 2026-08-30
O , O '-Diacetyl-N-allyl-N-normorphine
Canada Hotlist: O , O '-Diacetyl-N-allyl-N-normorphine
CAS 2748-74-5
Health Canada lists this ingredient as prohibited for use in cosmetic products.
Conditions: Synonyms or related compounds: Diacetylnalorphine
Source:Hotlist prohibited entry 348 · version Health Canada Hotlist 2025-08-13 · source checked 2026-08-30
O -Alkyldithiocarbonic acids, salts of
Canada Hotlist: O -Alkyldithiocarbonic acids, salts of
CAS 140-93-2; 140-92-1; 1000-90-4
Health Canada lists this ingredient as prohibited for use in cosmetic products.
Source:Hotlist prohibited entry 349 · version Health Canada Hotlist 2025-08-13 · source checked 2026-08-30
Octamoxin and its salts
Canada Hotlist: Octamoxin and its salts
CAS 4684-87-1
Health Canada lists this ingredient as prohibited for use in cosmetic products.
Source:Hotlist prohibited entry 350 · version Health Canada Hotlist 2025-08-13 · source checked 2026-08-30
Octamylamine and its salts
Canada Hotlist: Octamylamine and its salts
CAS 502-59-0
Health Canada lists this ingredient as prohibited for use in cosmetic products.
Source:Hotlist prohibited entry 351 · version Health Canada Hotlist 2025-08-13 · source checked 2026-08-30
Octodrine and its salts
Canada Hotlist: Octodrine and its salts
CAS 543-82-8
Health Canada lists this ingredient as prohibited for use in cosmetic products.
Source:Hotlist prohibited entry 352 · version Health Canada Hotlist 2025-08-13 · source checked 2026-08-30
Oxanamide and its derivatives
Canada Hotlist: Oxanamide and its derivatives
CAS 126-93-2
Health Canada lists this ingredient as prohibited for use in cosmetic products.
Source:Hotlist prohibited entry 354 · version Health Canada Hotlist 2025-08-13 · source checked 2026-08-30
Oxpheneridine and its salts
Canada Hotlist: Oxpheneridine and its salts
CAS 546-32-7
Health Canada lists this ingredient as prohibited for use in cosmetic products.
Source:Hotlist prohibited entry 355 · version Health Canada Hotlist 2025-08-13 · source checked 2026-08-30
PABA, esters of; with a free amino group
Canada Hotlist: PABA, esters of; with a free amino group
Health Canada lists this ingredient as prohibited for use in cosmetic products.
Conditions: Synonyms or related compounds: 4-aminobenzoic acid
Source:Hotlist prohibited entry 357 · version Health Canada Hotlist 2025-08-13 · source checked 2026-08-30
Paramethasone
Canada Hotlist: Paramethasone
CAS 53-33-8
Health Canada lists this ingredient as prohibited for use in cosmetic products.
Source:Hotlist prohibited entry 358 · version Health Canada Hotlist 2025-08-13 · source checked 2026-08-30
Parathion
Canada Hotlist: Parathion
CAS 56-38-2
Health Canada lists this ingredient as prohibited for use in cosmetic products.
Conditions: Synonyms or related compounds: O,O'-diethyl O-4-nitrophenyl phosphorothioate
Source:Hotlist prohibited entry 359 · version Health Canada Hotlist 2025-08-13 · source checked 2026-08-30
Parethoxycaine and its salts
Canada Hotlist: Parethoxycaine and its salts
CAS 94-23-5
Health Canada lists this ingredient as prohibited for use in cosmetic products.
Source:Hotlist prohibited entry 360 · version Health Canada Hotlist 2025-08-13 · source checked 2026-08-30
Pelletierine and its salts
Canada Hotlist: Pelletierine and its salts
CAS 2858-66-4
Health Canada lists this ingredient as prohibited for use in cosmetic products.
Source:Hotlist prohibited entry 361 · version Health Canada Hotlist 2025-08-13 · source checked 2026-08-30
Pemoline and its salts
Canada Hotlist: Pemoline and its salts
CAS 2152-34-3
Health Canada lists this ingredient as prohibited for use in cosmetic products.
Source:Hotlist prohibited entry 362 · version Health Canada Hotlist 2025-08-13 · source checked 2026-08-30
Pentachloroethane
Canada Hotlist: Pentachloroethane
CAS 76-01-7
Health Canada lists this ingredient as prohibited for use in cosmetic products.
Source:Hotlist prohibited entry 363 · version Health Canada Hotlist 2025-08-13 · source checked 2026-08-30
Pentaerythrityl tetranitrate
Canada Hotlist: Pentaerythrityl tetranitrate
CAS 78-11-5
Health Canada lists this ingredient as prohibited for use in cosmetic products.
Source:Hotlist prohibited entry 364 · version Health Canada Hotlist 2025-08-13 · source checked 2026-08-30
Pentamethonium salts
Canada Hotlist: Pentamethonium salts
Health Canada lists this ingredient as prohibited for use in cosmetic products.
Source:Hotlist prohibited entry 365 · version Health Canada Hotlist 2025-08-13 · source checked 2026-08-30
Pentyl dimethyl PABA, mixed isomers
Canada Hotlist: Pentyl dimethyl PABA, mixed isomers
CAS 14779-78-3 · EC 238-849-6
Health Canada lists this ingredient as prohibited for use in cosmetic products.
Conditions: Synonyms or related compounds: Amyl 4-dimethylaminobenzoate
Source:Hotlist prohibited entry 366 · version Health Canada Hotlist 2025-08-13 · source checked 2026-08-30
Peroxide and peroxide-generating compounds
Canada Hotlist: Peroxide and peroxide-generating compounds
CAS 124-43-6; 1305-79-9; 7722-84-1; 1335-26-8; 7632-04-4; 1314-22-3
Health Canada lists this ingredient as restricted; the listed conditions and warnings apply.
Conditions: Synonyms or related compounds: Urea peroxide; calcium peroxide; calcium dioxide; hydrogen peroxide; magnesium peroxide; sodium perborate; zinc peroxide | a) Not permitted for use in products intended for application to the genital area | b) Oral products containing peroxides or peroxide-generating compounds Manufacturers should have the following information on hand as it may be requested by Health Canada: A laboratory report providing pH of the product as applied to tooth or teeth. Section 13 of the Cosmetic Regulations requires that the pH is greater than or equal to 4.0 Product labelling indicating the directions of use and cautionary statements. If an oral cosmetic contains more than 3% hydrogen peroxide (or equivalent), notifiers must submit a clinical study to demonstrate the salivary peroxide levels do not exceed 3% during the use of the product as per the directions of use. Note: Be aware of the conversion factor between hydrogen peroxide and other peroxide-generating compounds. For example, 10% carbamide (urea) peroxide is approximately equivalent to 3% hydrogen peroxide | c) Products for use on eyelashes or eyebrows must be sold for professional use only | d) Hair products | e) Other cosmetics · Maximum concentration: c) 10% | d) 10% (as applied) · Warnings: b) "If irritation (such as redness, swelling, soreness) of the gums or the mouth occurs, discontinue use and consult an oral health professional" "Products containing peroxides are not recommended for use by children under 12 years of age" "Consult your oral health professional before prolonged use of this product" "Avoid swallowing the cosmetic or part thereof" "Avoid contact of the product with the eye" "Avoid direct contact of the active surface of the tooth whitening product with the gums and/or salivary flow" | c) "For professional use only" "Avoid contact with eyes and, in the event of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical attention"
Source:Hotlist restricted entry 65 · version Health Canada Hotlist 2025-08-13 · source checked 2026-08-30
Petrichloral
Canada Hotlist: Petrichloral
CAS 78-12-6
Health Canada lists this ingredient as prohibited for use in cosmetic products.
Source:Hotlist prohibited entry 367 · version Health Canada Hotlist 2025-08-13 · source checked 2026-08-30
Phenacemide
Canada Hotlist: Phenacemide
CAS 63-98-9
Health Canada lists this ingredient as prohibited for use in cosmetic products.
Source:Hotlist prohibited entry 368 · version Health Canada Hotlist 2025-08-13 · source checked 2026-08-30
Phenaglycodol
Canada Hotlist: Phenaglycodol
CAS 79-93-6
Health Canada lists this ingredient as prohibited for use in cosmetic products.
Source:Hotlist prohibited entry 369 · version Health Canada Hotlist 2025-08-13 · source checked 2026-08-30
Phenetamine
Canada Hotlist: Phenetamine
CAS 3590-16-7
Health Canada lists this ingredient as prohibited for use in cosmetic products.
Conditions: Synonyms or related compounds: Feclemine
Source:Hotlist prohibited entry 370 · version Health Canada Hotlist 2025-08-13 · source checked 2026-08-30
Phenindione
Canada Hotlist: Phenindione
CAS 83-12-5
Health Canada lists this ingredient as prohibited for use in cosmetic products.
Source:Hotlist prohibited entry 371 · version Health Canada Hotlist 2025-08-13 · source checked 2026-08-30
Phenmetrazine, its derivatives and salts
Canada Hotlist: Phenmetrazine, its derivatives and salts
CAS 134-49-6
Health Canada lists this ingredient as prohibited for use in cosmetic products.
Source:Hotlist prohibited entry 372 · version Health Canada Hotlist 2025-08-13 · source checked 2026-08-30
Phenol
Canada Hotlist: Phenol
CAS 108-95-2 · EC 203-632-7
Health Canada lists this ingredient as prohibited for use in cosmetic products.
Source:Hotlist prohibited entry 373 · version Health Canada Hotlist 2025-08-13 · source checked 2026-08-30
Phenolphthalein
Canada Hotlist: Phenolphthalein
CAS 77-09-8 · EC 201-004-7
Health Canada lists this ingredient as prohibited for use in cosmetic products.
Source:Hotlist prohibited entry 374 · version Health Canada Hotlist 2025-08-13 · source checked 2026-08-30
Phenothiazine and its compounds
Canada Hotlist: Phenothiazine and its compounds
CAS 92-84-2
Health Canada lists this ingredient as prohibited for use in cosmetic products.
Source:Hotlist prohibited entry 375 · version Health Canada Hotlist 2025-08-13 · source checked 2026-08-30
Phenprobamate
Canada Hotlist: Phenprobamate
CAS 673-31-4
Health Canada lists this ingredient as prohibited for use in cosmetic products.
Source:Hotlist prohibited entry 376 · version Health Canada Hotlist 2025-08-13 · source checked 2026-08-30
Phenprocoumon
Canada Hotlist: Phenprocoumon
CAS 435-97-2
Health Canada lists this ingredient as prohibited for use in cosmetic products.
Source:Hotlist prohibited entry 377 · version Health Canada Hotlist 2025-08-13 · source checked 2026-08-30
Phenylbutazone
Canada Hotlist: Phenylbutazone
CAS 50-33-9
Health Canada lists this ingredient as prohibited for use in cosmetic products.
Source:Hotlist prohibited entry 378 · version Health Canada Hotlist 2025-08-13 · source checked 2026-08-30
Pheromones
Canada Hotlist: Pheromones
Health Canada lists this ingredient as prohibited for use in cosmetic products.
Source:Hotlist prohibited entry 379 · version Health Canada Hotlist 2025-08-13 · source checked 2026-08-30
Phosphorus and metal phosphides
Canada Hotlist: Phosphorus and metal phosphides
CAS 7723-14-0 · EC 231-768-7
Health Canada lists this ingredient as prohibited for use in cosmetic products.
Source:Hotlist prohibited entry 380 · version Health Canada Hotlist 2025-08-13 · source checked 2026-08-30
Physostigma venenosum Balf .
Canada Hotlist: Physostigma venenosum Balf .
Health Canada lists this ingredient as prohibited for use in cosmetic products.
Source:Hotlist prohibited entry 381 · version Health Canada Hotlist 2025-08-13 · source checked 2026-08-30
Phytolacca spp . and their preparations
Canada Hotlist: Phytolacca spp . and their preparations
CAS 84961-56-8
Health Canada lists this ingredient as prohibited for use in cosmetic products.
Source:Hotlist prohibited entry 382 · version Health Canada Hotlist 2025-08-13 · source checked 2026-08-30
Picric acid
Canada Hotlist: Picric acid
CAS 88-89-1
Health Canada lists this ingredient as prohibited for use in cosmetic products.
Source:Hotlist prohibited entry 383 · version Health Canada Hotlist 2025-08-13 · source checked 2026-08-30
Picrotoxin
Canada Hotlist: Picrotoxin
CAS 124-87-8
Health Canada lists this ingredient as prohibited for use in cosmetic products.
Source:Hotlist prohibited entry 384 · version Health Canada Hotlist 2025-08-13 · source checked 2026-08-30
Pigment Orange 5 and its lakes, pigments and salts
Canada Hotlist: Pigment Orange 5 and its lakes, pigments and salts
CAS 3468-63-1 · EC 222-429-4
Health Canada lists this ingredient as prohibited for use in cosmetic products.
Conditions: Synonyms or related compounds: CI 12075
Source:Hotlist prohibited entry 385 · version Health Canada Hotlist 2025-08-13 · source checked 2026-08-30
Pigment Red 4
Canada Hotlist: Pigment Red 4
CAS 2814-77-9
Health Canada lists this ingredient as restricted; the listed conditions and warnings apply.
Conditions: Synonyms or related compounds: Red 36; CI 12085 · Maximum concentration: 3%
Source:Hotlist restricted entry 67 · version Health Canada Hotlist 2025-08-13 · source checked 2026-08-30
Pigment Red 53
Canada Hotlist: Pigment Red 53
CAS 2092-56-0 · EC 218-248-5
Health Canada lists this ingredient as prohibited for use in cosmetic products.
Conditions: Synonyms or related compounds: CI 15585
Source:Hotlist prohibited entry 386 · version Health Canada Hotlist 2025-08-13 · source checked 2026-08-30
Pilocarpine and its salts
Canada Hotlist: Pilocarpine and its salts
CAS 92-13-7
Health Canada lists this ingredient as prohibited for use in cosmetic products.
Source:Hotlist prohibited entry 387 · version Health Canada Hotlist 2025-08-13 · source checked 2026-08-30
Pilocarpus jaborandi Holmes and its galenical preparations
Canada Hotlist: Pilocarpus jaborandi Holmes and its galenical preparations
Health Canada lists this ingredient as prohibited for use in cosmetic products.
Source:Hotlist prohibited entry 388 · version Health Canada Hotlist 2025-08-13 · source checked 2026-08-30
Pipazetate and its salts
Canada Hotlist: Pipazetate and its salts
CAS 2167-85-3
Health Canada lists this ingredient as prohibited for use in cosmetic products.
Source:Hotlist prohibited entry 389 · version Health Canada Hotlist 2025-08-13 · source checked 2026-08-30
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Health Canada Cosmetic Ingredient Hotlist
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