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Japan cosmetic ingredient regulations

The Standards for Cosmetics include prohibited and restricted ingredient appendices.

Regulator
Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare
Source language
Japanese; official English translation available
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MHLW Standards for Cosmetics official English source and Japanese amendments checked for the imported snapshot

Official ingredient records

117 matching records
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1,3,5-triazine 2-Hydroxy-4-methoxybenzophenone

Japan Standards for Cosmetics: 1,3,5-triazine 2-Hydroxy-4-methoxybenzophenone

The provisional English translation of the MHLW Standards for Cosmetics lists this ingredient with the stated limit or use matrix.

Conditions: Published three-column use matrix (rinse-off / leave-on / mucosal; blank means prohibited, ○ means no upper limit): ○ 5.0 5.0

Source:Appendix 4 section 2, entry 22 · version MHLW Notification No. 331 provisional translation, retrieved 2026-08-30 · source checked 2026-08-30

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1,3-Dimethylol-5, 5-dimethylhydantoin

Japan Standards for Cosmetics: 1,3-Dimethylol-5, 5-dimethylhydantoin

The provisional English translation of the MHLW Standards for Cosmetics lists this ingredient with the stated limit or use matrix.

Conditions: Published three-column use matrix (rinse-off / leave-on / mucosal; blank means prohibited, ○ means no upper limit): 0.30

Source:Appendix 3 section 2, entry 17 · version MHLW Notification No. 331 provisional translation, retrieved 2026-08-30 · source checked 2026-08-30

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1- (3, 4-dimethoxyphenyl)-4, 4-dimethyl-1, 3-pentanedione

Japan Standards for Cosmetics: 1- (3, 4-dimethoxyphenyl)-4, 4-dimethyl-1, 3-pentanedione

The provisional English translation of the MHLW Standards for Cosmetics lists this ingredient with the stated limit or use matrix.

Conditions: Published three-column use matrix (rinse-off / leave-on / mucosal; blank means prohibited, ○ means no upper limit): 7.0 7.0

Source:Appendix 4 section 2, entry 10 · version MHLW Notification No. 331 provisional translation, retrieved 2026-08-30 · source checked 2026-08-30

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2,2’-methylenebis(6-(2H-benzotriazole-2-yl)-4-(1,1,3,3-tetramethylbutyl)phenol

Japan Standards for Cosmetics: 2,2’-methylenebis(6-(2H-benzotriazole-2-yl)-4-(1,1,3,3-tetramethylbutyl)phenol

The provisional English translation of the MHLW Standards for Cosmetics lists this ingredient with the stated limit or use matrix.

Conditions: Published three-column use matrix (rinse-off / leave-on / mucosal; blank means prohibited, ○ means no upper limit): 10.0 10.0

Source:Appendix 4 section 2, entry 26 · version MHLW Notification No. 331 provisional translation, retrieved 2026-08-30 · source checked 2026-08-30

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2,4,6-Tris [4-(2-ethylhexyloxycarbonyl) anilino] -1,3,5-triazine

Japan Standards for Cosmetics: 2,4,6-Tris [4-(2-ethylhexyloxycarbonyl) anilino] -1,3,5-triazine

The provisional English translation of the MHLW Standards for Cosmetics lists this ingredient with the stated limit or use matrix.

Conditions: Published three-column use matrix (rinse-off / leave-on / mucosal; blank means prohibited, ○ means no upper limit): 5.0 5.0

Source:Appendix 4 section 2, entry 14 · version MHLW Notification No. 331 provisional translation, retrieved 2026-08-30 · source checked 2026-08-30

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2,4-Bis-[{4-(2-ethylhexyloxy)-2-hydroxy}-phenyl]-6-(4-methoxyphenyl)- 3.0

Japan Standards for Cosmetics: 2,4-Bis-[{4-(2-ethylhexyloxy)-2-hydroxy}-phenyl]-6-(4-methoxyphenyl)- 3.0

The provisional English translation of the MHLW Standards for Cosmetics lists this ingredient with the stated limit or use matrix.

Conditions: Published three-column use matrix (rinse-off / leave-on / mucosal; blank means prohibited, ○ means no upper limit): 3.0

Source:Appendix 4 section 2, entry 21 · version MHLW Notification No. 331 provisional translation, retrieved 2026-08-30 · source checked 2026-08-30

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2-Cyano-3,3-diphenyl prop-2-enoic acid 2-ethylhexyl ester (octocrylene)

Japan Standards for Cosmetics: 2-Cyano-3,3-diphenyl prop-2-enoic acid 2-ethylhexyl ester (octocrylene)

The provisional English translation of the MHLW Standards for Cosmetics lists this ingredient with the stated limit or use matrix.

Conditions: Maximum amount per 100 g: 10

Source:Appendix 4 section 1, entry 2 · version MHLW Notification No. 331 provisional translation, retrieved 2026-08-30 · source checked 2026-08-30

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2-Ethylhexyl p-dimethylaminobenzoate

Japan Standards for Cosmetics: 2-Ethylhexyl p-dimethylaminobenzoate

The provisional English translation of the MHLW Standards for Cosmetics lists this ingredient with the stated limit or use matrix.

Conditions: Published three-column use matrix (rinse-off / leave-on / mucosal; blank means prohibited, ○ means no upper limit): 10 10 7.0

Source:Appendix 4 section 2, entry 18 · version MHLW Notification No. 331 provisional translation, retrieved 2026-08-30 · source checked 2026-08-30

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2-Ethylhexyl p-methoxycinnamate

Japan Standards for Cosmetics: 2-Ethylhexyl p-methoxycinnamate

The provisional English translation of the MHLW Standards for Cosmetics lists this ingredient with the stated limit or use matrix.

Conditions: Published three-column use matrix (rinse-off / leave-on / mucosal; blank means prohibited, ○ means no upper limit): 20 20 8.0

Source:Appendix 4 section 2, entry 20 · version MHLW Notification No. 331 provisional translation, retrieved 2026-08-30 · source checked 2026-08-30

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2-Methylphenyl 4-methoxycinnamate

Japan Standards for Cosmetics: 2-Methylphenyl 4-methoxycinnamate

The provisional English translation of the MHLW Standards for Cosmetics lists this ingredient with the stated limit or use matrix.

Conditions: Published three-column use matrix (rinse-off / leave-on / mucosal; blank means prohibited, ○ means no upper limit): 10.0 10.0

Source:Appendix 4 section 2, entry 27 · version MHLW Notification No. 331 provisional translation, retrieved 2026-08-30 · source checked 2026-08-30

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2-[4-(diethylamino)-2-hydroxybenzyl] benzoic acid hexylester

Japan Standards for Cosmetics: 2-[4-(diethylamino)-2-hydroxybenzyl] benzoic acid hexylester

The provisional English translation of the MHLW Standards for Cosmetics lists this ingredient with the stated limit or use matrix.

Conditions: Published three-column use matrix (rinse-off / leave-on / mucosal; blank means prohibited, ○ means no upper limit): 10.0 10.0

Source:Appendix 4 section 2, entry 4 · version MHLW Notification No. 331 provisional translation, retrieved 2026-08-30 · source checked 2026-08-30

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4- (2--glucopyranosiloxy) propoxy-2-hydroxybenzophenone

Japan Standards for Cosmetics: 4- (2--glucopyranosiloxy) propoxy-2-hydroxybenzophenone

The provisional English translation of the MHLW Standards for Cosmetics lists this ingredient with the stated limit or use matrix.

Conditions: Published three-column use matrix (rinse-off / leave-on / mucosal; blank means prohibited, ○ means no upper limit): 5.0 5.0

Source:Appendix 4 section 2, entry 1 · version MHLW Notification No. 331 provisional translation, retrieved 2026-08-30 · source checked 2026-08-30

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4-tert-Butyl-4’-methoxy dibenzoylmethane

Japan Standards for Cosmetics: 4-tert-Butyl-4’-methoxy dibenzoylmethane

The provisional English translation of the MHLW Standards for Cosmetics lists this ingredient with the stated limit or use matrix.

Conditions: Maximum amount per 100 g: 10

Source:Appendix 4 section 1, entry 6 · version MHLW Notification No. 331 provisional translation, retrieved 2026-08-30 · source checked 2026-08-30

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6-Acetoxy-2,4-dimethyl-m-dioxane

Japan Standards for Cosmetics: 6-Acetoxy-2,4-dimethyl-m-dioxane

The provisional English translation of the MHLW Standards for Cosmetics lists this material in Appendix 1.

Conditions: Prohibited material

Source:Appendix 1, entry 1 · version MHLW Notification No. 331 provisional translation, retrieved 2026-08-30 · source checked 2026-08-30

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Alkyldiaminoethylglycine hydrochloride

Japan Standards for Cosmetics: Alkyldiaminoethylglycine hydrochloride

The provisional English translation of the MHLW Standards for Cosmetics lists this ingredient with the stated limit or use matrix.

Conditions: Maximum amount per 100 g: 0.20

Source:Appendix 3 section 1, entry 3 · version MHLW Notification No. 331 provisional translation, retrieved 2026-08-30 · source checked 2026-08-30

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Alkylisoquinolinium bromide

Japan Standards for Cosmetics: Alkylisoquinolinium bromide

The provisional English translation of the MHLW Standards for Cosmetics lists this ingredient with the stated limit or use matrix.

Conditions: Published three-column use matrix (rinse-off / leave-on / mucosal; blank means prohibited, ○ means no upper limit): ○ 0.050 0.050

Source:Appendix 3 section 2, entry 18 · version MHLW Notification No. 331 provisional translation, retrieved 2026-08-30 · source checked 2026-08-30

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Aluminum chlorhydroxy allantoinate

Japan Standards for Cosmetics: Aluminum chlorhydroxy allantoinate

The provisional English translation of the MHLW Standards for Cosmetics lists this ingredient with the stated limit or use matrix.

Conditions: Maximum amount per 100 g: 1.0 g

Source:Appendix 2 section 1, entry 1 · version MHLW Notification No. 331 provisional translation, retrieved 2026-08-30 · source checked 2026-08-30

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Amyl p-dimethylaminobenzoate

Japan Standards for Cosmetics: Amyl p-dimethylaminobenzoate

The provisional English translation of the MHLW Standards for Cosmetics lists this ingredient with the stated limit or use matrix.

Conditions: Published three-column use matrix (rinse-off / leave-on / mucosal; blank means prohibited, ○ means no upper limit): 10 10

Source:Appendix 4 section 2, entry 17 · version MHLW Notification No. 331 provisional translation, retrieved 2026-08-30 · source checked 2026-08-30

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Antihistamines except those of aminoether type (such as diphenhydramine)

Japan Standards for Cosmetics: Antihistamines except those of aminoether type (such as diphenhydramine)

The provisional English translation of the MHLW Standards for Cosmetics lists this material in Appendix 1.

Conditions: Prohibited material

Source:Appendix 1, entry 2 · version MHLW Notification No. 331 provisional translation, retrieved 2026-08-30 · source checked 2026-08-30

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Benzalkonium chloride

Japan Standards for Cosmetics: Benzalkonium chloride

CAS 63449-41-2 / 68391-01-5 / 68424-85-1 / 85409-22-9 · EC 264-151-6 / 269-919-4 / 270-325-2 / 287-089-1

The provisional English translation of the MHLW Standards for Cosmetics lists this ingredient with the stated limit or use matrix.

Conditions: Published three-column use matrix (rinse-off / leave-on / mucosal; blank means prohibited, ○ means no upper limit): ○ 0.050 0.050

Source:Appendix 3 section 2, entry 5 · version MHLW Notification No. 331 provisional translation, retrieved 2026-08-30 · source checked 2026-08-30

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Benzethonium chloride

Japan Standards for Cosmetics: Benzethonium chloride

CAS 121-54-0 · EC 204-479-9

The provisional English translation of the MHLW Standards for Cosmetics lists this ingredient with the stated limit or use matrix.

Conditions: Published three-column use matrix (rinse-off / leave-on / mucosal; blank means prohibited, ○ means no upper limit): 0.50 0.20

Source:Appendix 3 section 2, entry 6 · version MHLW Notification No. 331 provisional translation, retrieved 2026-08-30 · source checked 2026-08-30

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Benzoate

Japan Standards for Cosmetics: Benzoate

The provisional English translation of the MHLW Standards for Cosmetics lists this ingredient with the stated limit or use matrix.

Conditions: Maximum amount per 100 g: 1.0 as total

Source:Appendix 3 section 1, entry 2 · version MHLW Notification No. 331 provisional translation, retrieved 2026-08-30 · source checked 2026-08-30

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Benzoic acid

Japan Standards for Cosmetics: Benzoic acid

CAS 65-85-0 · EC 200-618-2

The provisional English translation of the MHLW Standards for Cosmetics lists this ingredient with the stated limit or use matrix.

Conditions: Maximum amount per 100 g: 0.2

Source:Appendix 3 section 1, entry 1 · version MHLW Notification No. 331 provisional translation, retrieved 2026-08-30 · source checked 2026-08-30

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Bismuth compounds other than bismuth oxychloride

Japan Standards for Cosmetics: Bismuth compounds other than bismuth oxychloride

The provisional English translation of the MHLW Standards for Cosmetics lists this material in Appendix 1.

Conditions: Prohibited material

Source:Appendix 1, entry 6 · version MHLW Notification No. 331 provisional translation, retrieved 2026-08-30 · source checked 2026-08-30

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Bithionol

Japan Standards for Cosmetics: Bithionol

The provisional English translation of the MHLW Standards for Cosmetics lists this material in Appendix 1.

Conditions: Prohibited material

Source:Appendix 1, entry 21 · version MHLW Notification No. 331 provisional translation, retrieved 2026-08-30 · source checked 2026-08-30

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Boric acid

Japan Standards for Cosmetics: Boric acid

CAS 10043-35-3 / 11113-50-1 · EC 233-139-2 / 234-343-4

The provisional English translation of the MHLW Standards for Cosmetics lists this material in Appendix 1.

Conditions: Prohibited material

Source:Appendix 1, entry 28 · version MHLW Notification No. 331 provisional translation, retrieved 2026-08-30 · source checked 2026-08-30

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Cadmium compounds

Japan Standards for Cosmetics: Cadmium compounds

The provisional English translation of the MHLW Standards for Cosmetics lists this material in Appendix 1.

Conditions: Prohibited material

Source:Appendix 1, entry 8 · version MHLW Notification No. 331 provisional translation, retrieved 2026-08-30 · source checked 2026-08-30

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Cantharides tincture, ginger tincture or capsicum tincture

Japan Standards for Cosmetics: Cantharides tincture, ginger tincture or capsicum tincture

The provisional English translation of the MHLW Standards for Cosmetics lists this ingredient with the stated limit or use matrix.

Conditions: Maximum amount per 100 g: 1.0 g as total

Source:Appendix 2 section 1, entry 2 · version MHLW Notification No. 331 provisional translation, retrieved 2026-08-30 · source checked 2026-08-30

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Cetylpyridinium chloride

Japan Standards for Cosmetics: Cetylpyridinium chloride

CAS 123-03-5 · EC 204-593-9

The provisional English translation of the MHLW Standards for Cosmetics lists this ingredient with the stated limit or use matrix.

Conditions: Published three-column use matrix (rinse-off / leave-on / mucosal; blank means prohibited, ○ means no upper limit): 5.0 1.0 0.010

Source:Appendix 3 section 2, entry 4 · version MHLW Notification No. 331 provisional translation, retrieved 2026-08-30 · source checked 2026-08-30

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Chloramine T

Japan Standards for Cosmetics: Chloramine T

CAS 127-65-1 · EC 204-854-7

The provisional English translation of the MHLW Standards for Cosmetics lists this ingredient with the stated limit or use matrix.

Conditions: Published three-column use matrix (rinse-off / leave-on / mucosal; blank means prohibited, ○ means no upper limit): 0.30 0.10

Source:Appendix 3 section 2, entry 13 · version MHLW Notification No. 331 provisional translation, retrieved 2026-08-30 · source checked 2026-08-30

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Chlorcresol

Japan Standards for Cosmetics: Chlorcresol

The provisional English translation of the MHLW Standards for Cosmetics lists this ingredient with the stated limit or use matrix.

Conditions: Maximum amount per 100 g: 0.50

Source:Appendix 3 section 1, entry 5 · version MHLW Notification No. 331 provisional translation, retrieved 2026-08-30 · source checked 2026-08-30

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Chlorhexidine

Japan Standards for Cosmetics: Chlorhexidine

CAS 55-56-1 · EC 200-238-7

The provisional English translation of the MHLW Standards for Cosmetics lists this ingredient with the stated limit or use matrix.

Conditions: Published three-column use matrix (rinse-off / leave-on / mucosal; blank means prohibited, ○ means no upper limit): 0.10 0.050 0.050

Source:Appendix 3 section 2, entry 16 · version MHLW Notification No. 331 provisional translation, retrieved 2026-08-30 · source checked 2026-08-30

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Chlorhexidine gluconate

Japan Standards for Cosmetics: Chlorhexidine gluconate

The provisional English translation of the MHLW Standards for Cosmetics lists this ingredient with the stated limit or use matrix.

Conditions: Published three-column use matrix (rinse-off / leave-on / mucosal; blank means prohibited, ○ means no upper limit): ○ 0.050 0.050

Source:Appendix 3 section 2, entry 11 · version MHLW Notification No. 331 provisional translation, retrieved 2026-08-30 · source checked 2026-08-30

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Chlorhexidine hydrochloride

Japan Standards for Cosmetics: Chlorhexidine hydrochloride

The provisional English translation of the MHLW Standards for Cosmetics lists this ingredient with the stated limit or use matrix.

Conditions: Published three-column use matrix (rinse-off / leave-on / mucosal; blank means prohibited, ○ means no upper limit): 0.10 0.10 0.0010

Source:Appendix 3 section 2, entry 7 · version MHLW Notification No. 331 provisional translation, retrieved 2026-08-30 · source checked 2026-08-30

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Chlorobutanol

Japan Standards for Cosmetics: Chlorobutanol

CAS 57-15-8 · EC 200-317-6

The provisional English translation of the MHLW Standards for Cosmetics lists this ingredient with the stated limit or use matrix.

Conditions: Maximum amount per 100 g: 0.10

Source:Appendix 3 section 1, entry 6 · version MHLW Notification No. 331 provisional translation, retrieved 2026-08-30 · source checked 2026-08-30

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Chloroform

Japan Standards for Cosmetics: Chloroform

CAS 67-66-3 · EC 200-663-8

The provisional English translation of the MHLW Standards for Cosmetics lists this material in Appendix 1.

Conditions: Prohibited material

Source:Appendix 1, entry 10 · version MHLW Notification No. 331 provisional translation, retrieved 2026-08-30 · source checked 2026-08-30

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Chlorphenesin

Japan Standards for Cosmetics: Chlorphenesin

CAS 104-29-0 · EC 203-192-6

The provisional English translation of the MHLW Standards for Cosmetics lists this ingredient with the stated limit or use matrix.

Conditions: Published three-column use matrix (rinse-off / leave-on / mucosal; blank means prohibited, ○ means no upper limit): 0.30 0.30

Source:Appendix 3 section 2, entry 15 · version MHLW Notification No. 331 provisional translation, retrieved 2026-08-30 · source checked 2026-08-30

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Chlorxylenol

Japan Standards for Cosmetics: Chlorxylenol

The provisional English translation of the MHLW Standards for Cosmetics lists this ingredient with the stated limit or use matrix.

Conditions: Published three-column use matrix (rinse-off / leave-on / mucosal; blank means prohibited, ○ means no upper limit): 0.30 0.20 0.20

Source:Appendix 3 section 2, entry 14 · version MHLW Notification No. 331 provisional translation, retrieved 2026-08-30 · source checked 2026-08-30

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Cinoxate

Japan Standards for Cosmetics: Cinoxate

CAS 104-28-9 · EC 203-191-0

The provisional English translation of the MHLW Standards for Cosmetics lists this ingredient with the stated limit or use matrix.

Conditions: Published three-column use matrix (rinse-off / leave-on / mucosal; blank means prohibited, ○ means no upper limit): ○ 5.0 5.0

Source:Appendix 4 section 2, entry 5 · version MHLW Notification No. 331 provisional translation, retrieved 2026-08-30 · source checked 2026-08-30

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Cresol

Japan Standards for Cosmetics: Cresol

The provisional English translation of the MHLW Standards for Cosmetics lists this ingredient with the stated limit or use matrix.

Conditions: Published three-column use matrix (rinse-off / leave-on / mucosal; blank means prohibited, ○ means no upper limit): 0.010 0.010

Source:Appendix 3 section 2, entry 12 · version MHLW Notification No. 331 provisional translation, retrieved 2026-08-30 · source checked 2026-08-30

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Dehydroacetic acid and dehydroacetate

Japan Standards for Cosmetics: Dehydroacetic acid and dehydroacetate

The provisional English translation of the MHLW Standards for Cosmetics lists this ingredient with the stated limit or use matrix.

Conditions: Maximum amount per 100 g: 0.50 as total

Source:Appendix 3 section 1, entry 10 · version MHLW Notification No. 331 provisional translation, retrieved 2026-08-30 · source checked 2026-08-30

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Dichlorophene

Japan Standards for Cosmetics: Dichlorophene

CAS 97-23-4 · EC 202-567-1

The provisional English translation of the MHLW Standards for Cosmetics lists this material in Appendix 1.

Conditions: Prohibited material

Source:Appendix 1, entry 12 · version MHLW Notification No. 331 provisional translation, retrieved 2026-08-30 · source checked 2026-08-30

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Dihydroxybenzophenone

Japan Standards for Cosmetics: Dihydroxybenzophenone

The provisional English translation of the MHLW Standards for Cosmetics lists this ingredient with the stated limit or use matrix.

Conditions: Published three-column use matrix (rinse-off / leave-on / mucosal; blank means prohibited, ○ means no upper limit): 10 10

Source:Appendix 4 section 2, entry 8 · version MHLW Notification No. 331 provisional translation, retrieved 2026-08-30 · source checked 2026-08-30

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Dihydroxydimethoxybenzophenone

Japan Standards for Cosmetics: Dihydroxydimethoxybenzophenone

The provisional English translation of the MHLW Standards for Cosmetics lists this ingredient with the stated limit or use matrix.

Conditions: Published three-column use matrix (rinse-off / leave-on / mucosal; blank means prohibited, ○ means no upper limit): 10 10

Source:Appendix 4 section 2, entry 6 · version MHLW Notification No. 331 provisional translation, retrieved 2026-08-30 · source checked 2026-08-30

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Dimethicodiethyl-benzal malonate

Japan Standards for Cosmetics: Dimethicodiethyl-benzal malonate

The provisional English translation of the MHLW Standards for Cosmetics lists this ingredient with the stated limit or use matrix.

Conditions: Published three-column use matrix (rinse-off / leave-on / mucosal; blank means prohibited, ○ means no upper limit): 10.0 10.0 10.0

Source:Appendix 4 section 2, entry 9 · version MHLW Notification No. 331 provisional translation, retrieved 2026-08-30 · source checked 2026-08-30

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Dimethoxybenzylidenedioxo-imidazolidine 2-ethylhexyl propionate

Japan Standards for Cosmetics: Dimethoxybenzylidenedioxo-imidazolidine 2-ethylhexyl propionate

The provisional English translation of the MHLW Standards for Cosmetics lists this ingredient with the stated limit or use matrix.

Conditions: Published three-column use matrix (rinse-off / leave-on / mucosal; blank means prohibited, ○ means no upper limit): 3.0 3.0

Source:Appendix 4 section 2, entry 11 · version MHLW Notification No. 331 provisional translation, retrieved 2026-08-30 · source checked 2026-08-30

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Drometrizole trisiloxane

Japan Standards for Cosmetics: Drometrizole trisiloxane

CAS 155633-54-8

The provisional English translation of the MHLW Standards for Cosmetics lists this ingredient with the stated limit or use matrix.

Conditions: Published three-column use matrix (rinse-off / leave-on / mucosal; blank means prohibited, ○ means no upper limit): 15.0 15.0

Source:Appendix 4 section 2, entry 16 · version MHLW Notification No. 331 provisional translation, retrieved 2026-08-30 · source checked 2026-08-30

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Ferulic acid

Japan Standards for Cosmetics: Ferulic acid

CAS 1135-24-6 · EC 214-490-0

The provisional English translation of the MHLW Standards for Cosmetics lists this ingredient with the stated limit or use matrix.

Conditions: Published three-column use matrix (rinse-off / leave-on / mucosal; blank means prohibited, ○ means no upper limit): 10 10

Source:Appendix 4 section 2, entry 25 · version MHLW Notification No. 331 provisional translation, retrieved 2026-08-30 · source checked 2026-08-30

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Formalin

Japan Standards for Cosmetics: Formalin

The provisional English translation of the MHLW Standards for Cosmetics lists this material in Appendix 1.

Conditions: Prohibited material

Source:Appendix 1, entry 29 · version MHLW Notification No. 331 provisional translation, retrieved 2026-08-30 · source checked 2026-08-30

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Glyceryl mono-2-ethylhexanoate di-p-methoxycinnamate

Japan Standards for Cosmetics: Glyceryl mono-2-ethylhexanoate di-p-methoxycinnamate

The provisional English translation of the MHLW Standards for Cosmetics lists this ingredient with the stated limit or use matrix.

Conditions: Maximum amount per 100 g: 10

Source:Appendix 4 section 1, entry 3 · version MHLW Notification No. 331 provisional translation, retrieved 2026-08-30 · source checked 2026-08-30

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