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New Zealand cosmetic ingredient regulations

Official group-standard schedules cover prohibited, restricted and positive-list substances.

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Environmental Protection Authority
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Cosmetic Products Group Standard schedules effective 1 January 2026

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2913 matching records
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Benzalkonium bromide

CAS 91080-29-4 · EC 293-522-5

New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 7, reference 54.

Conditions: Maximum concentration: 0.1% calculated as benzalkonium chloride · Warnings: Avoid contact with eyes.

Source:Schedule 7, reference 54, source row 136 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30

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Benzalkonium bromide

CAS 91080-29-4 · EC 293-522-5

New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 5, reference 65.

Conditions: Product scope: (a) Rinse-off hair (head) care products (b) Other products · Maximum concentration: (a) 3% (as benzalkonium chloride) (b) 0.1% (as benzalkonium chloride) · Other limitations: (a) and (b): In the final products the concentrations of benzalkonium chloride, bromide and saccharinate with an alkyl chain of C14 or less must not exceed 0.1% (as benzalkonium chloride) · Warnings: For (a) and (b): Avoid contact with the eyes.

Source:Schedule 5, reference 65, source row 87 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30

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Benzalkonium chloride

CAS 8001-54-5 · EC 264-151-6 / 269-919-4 / 270-325-2 / 287-089-1

New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 7, reference 54.

Conditions: Maximum concentration: 0.1% calculated as benzalkonium chloride · Warnings: Avoid contact with eyes.

Source:Schedule 7, reference 54, source row 130 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30

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Benzalkonium chloride

CAS 63449-41-2 · EC 264-151-6 / 269-919-4 / 270-325-2 / 287-089-1

New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 7, reference 54.

Conditions: Maximum concentration: 0.1% calculated as benzalkonium chloride · Warnings: Avoid contact with eyes.

Source:Schedule 7, reference 54, source row 131 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30

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Benzalkonium chloride

CAS 68424-85-1 · EC 264-151-6 / 269-919-4 / 270-325-2 / 287-089-1

New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 7, reference 54.

Conditions: Maximum concentration: 0.1% calculated as benzalkonium chloride · Warnings: Avoid contact with eyes.

Source:Schedule 7, reference 54, source row 132 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30

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Benzalkonium chloride

CAS 85409-22-9 · EC 264-151-6 / 269-919-4 / 270-325-2 / 287-089-1

New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 7, reference 54.

Conditions: Maximum concentration: 0.1% calculated as benzalkonium chloride · Warnings: Avoid contact with eyes.

Source:Schedule 7, reference 54, source row 133 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30

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Benzalkonium chloride

CAS 68391-01-5 · EC 264-151-6 / 269-919-4 / 270-325-2 / 287-089-1

New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 7, reference 54.

Conditions: Maximum concentration: 0.1% calculated as benzalkonium chloride · Warnings: Avoid contact with eyes.

Source:Schedule 7, reference 54, source row 134 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30

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Benzalkonium chloride

CAS 61789-71-7 · EC 263-080-8

New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 7, reference 54.

Conditions: Maximum concentration: 0.1% calculated as benzalkonium chloride · Warnings: Avoid contact with eyes.

Source:Schedule 7, reference 54, source row 135 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30

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Benzalkonium chloride

CAS 63449-41-2 · EC 264-151-6 / 269-919-4 / 270-325-2 / 287-089-1

New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 5, reference 65.

Conditions: Product scope: (a) Rinse-off hair (head) care products (b) Other products · Maximum concentration: (a) 3% (as benzalkonium chloride) (b) 0.1% (as benzalkonium chloride) · Other limitations: (a) and (b): In the final products the concentrations of benzalkonium chloride, bromide and saccharinate with an alkyl chain of C14 or less must not exceed 0.1% (as benzalkonium chloride) · Warnings: For (a) and (b): Avoid contact with the eyes.

Source:Schedule 5, reference 65, source row 89 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30

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Benzalkonium chloride

CAS 68391-01-5 · EC 264-151-6 / 269-919-4 / 270-325-2 / 287-089-1

New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 5, reference 65.

Conditions: Product scope: (a) Rinse-off hair (head) care products (b) Other products · Maximum concentration: (a) 3% (as benzalkonium chloride) (b) 0.1% (as benzalkonium chloride) · Other limitations: (a) and (b): In the final products the concentrations of benzalkonium chloride, bromide and saccharinate with an alkyl chain of C14 or less must not exceed 0.1% (as benzalkonium chloride) · Warnings: For (a) and (b): Avoid contact with the eyes.

Source:Schedule 5, reference 65, source row 90 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30

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Benzalkonium chloride

CAS 68424-85-1 · EC 264-151-6 / 269-919-4 / 270-325-2 / 287-089-1

New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 5, reference 65.

Conditions: Product scope: (a) Rinse-off hair (head) care products (b) Other products · Maximum concentration: (a) 3% (as benzalkonium chloride) (b) 0.1% (as benzalkonium chloride) · Other limitations: (a) and (b): In the final products the concentrations of benzalkonium chloride, bromide and saccharinate with an alkyl chain of C14 or less must not exceed 0.1% (as benzalkonium chloride) · Warnings: For (a) and (b): Avoid contact with the eyes.

Source:Schedule 5, reference 65, source row 91 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30

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Benzalkonium chloride

CAS 85409-22-9 · EC 264-151-6 / 269-919-4 / 270-325-2 / 287-089-1

New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 5, reference 65.

Conditions: Product scope: (a) Rinse-off hair (head) care products (b) Other products · Maximum concentration: (a) 3% (as benzalkonium chloride) (b) 0.1% (as benzalkonium chloride) · Other limitations: (a) and (b): In the final products the concentrations of benzalkonium chloride, bromide and saccharinate with an alkyl chain of C14 or less must not exceed 0.1% (as benzalkonium chloride) · Warnings: For (a) and (b): Avoid contact with the eyes.

Source:Schedule 5, reference 65, source row 92 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30

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Benzalkonium saccharinate

CAS 68989-01-5 · EC 273-545-7

New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 7, reference 54.

Conditions: Maximum concentration: 0.1% calculated as benzalkonium chloride · Warnings: Avoid contact with eyes.

Source:Schedule 7, reference 54, source row 137 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30

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Benzalkonium saccharinate

CAS 68989-01-5 · EC 273-545-7

New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 5, reference 65.

Conditions: Product scope: (a) Rinse-off hair (head) care products (b) Other products · Maximum concentration: (a) 3% (as benzalkonium chloride) (b) 0.1% (as benzalkonium chloride) · Other limitations: (a) and (b): In the final products the concentrations of benzalkonium chloride, bromide and saccharinate with an alkyl chain of C14 or less must not exceed 0.1% (as benzalkonium chloride) · Warnings: For (a) and (b): Avoid contact with the eyes.

Source:Schedule 5, reference 65, source row 88 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30

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Benzenaminium, 3-[(4,5-dihydro-3-methyl-5-oxo-1-phenyl-1H-pyrazol-4-yl)azo]-N,N,N-trimethyl chloride (Basic Yellow 57)

CAS 68391-31-1 · EC 269-943-5

New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 5, reference 262.

Conditions: Product scope: Hair dye substance in non-oxidative hair dye products · Maximum concentration: 2%

Source:Schedule 5, reference 262, source row 317 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30

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Benzene-methanaminium, N-ethyl-N-(4-((4-(ethyl((3-sulfophenyl)​methyl)amino)phenyl)(2-sulfo​phenyl)methylene)-2,5-cyclohexa​dien-1-ylidene)-3-sulfo-, hydroxide, inner salt, disodium salt (Acid Blue 9)

CAS 3844-45-9

New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 6, reference 63.

Conditions: Colour index: 42090 · CAS: 3844-45-9 · Colour: Blue

Source:Schedule 6, reference 63, source row 65 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30

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Benzene-methanaminium, N-ethyl-N-(4-((4-(ethyl((3-sulfophenyl)​methyl)amino)phenyl)(4-hydroxy-2-sulfophenyl)methylene)-2,5-cyclohexadien-1-ylidene)-3-sulfo-, hydroxide, inner salt, disodium salt (Food Green 3)

CAS 2353-45-9

New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 6, reference 61.

Conditions: Colour index: 42053 · CAS: 2353-45-9 · Colour: Green

Source:Schedule 6, reference 61, source row 63 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30

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Benzenediamine, 2-(methoxy​methyl)-, sulfate (2-methoxy-methyl-p-phenylene-diamine sulfate)

CAS 337906-37-3 · EC 638-749-6

New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 5, reference 292.

Conditions: Product scope: (a) Hair dye substance in oxidative hair dye products (b) Products intended for colouring eyelashes · Maximum concentration: (a) and (b): After mixing under oxidative conditions the maximum concentration applied to hair or eyelashes must not exceed 1.8% (calculated as free base) · Other limitations: (b) For professional use only · Warnings: For (a): 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. 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. For (b): The mixing ratio. For professional use only. ⚠This product 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. Eyelashes shall not be coloured if the consumer: - has a rash on the face or sensitive, irritated and damaged scalp, - has experienced any reaction after colouring your hair, - has experienced a reaction to a temporary “black henna” tattoo in the past. Rinse eyes immediately if product comes into contact with them.

Source:Schedule 5, reference 292, source row 354 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30

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Benzenemethanaminium, N,N-dimethyl-N-[2-[2-[4-(1,1,3,3,-tetramethylbutyl)phenoxy]ethoxy]​ethyl]-, chloride (benzethonium chloride)

CAS 121-54-0 · EC 204-479-9

New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 7, reference 53.

Conditions: Product scope: (a) Rinse-off products only (b) Leave-on products other than for oral care use · Maximum concentration: 0.1%

Source:Schedule 7, reference 53, source row 129 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30

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Benzenemethanaminium, N-ethyl-N-(4-((4-(ethyl((3-sulfophenyl)methyl)amino)phenyl)(4-hydroxy-2-sulfophenyl)methylene)-2,5-cyclohexadien-1-ylidene)-3-sulfo-, hydroxide, inner salt, disodium salt (Fast Green FCF; CI 42053) when used as a substance in hair dye products

Benzenemethanaminium, N-ethyl-N-(4-((4-(ethyl((3-sulfophenyl)methyl)amino)phenyl)(4-hydroxy-2-sulfophenyl)methylene)-2,5-cyclohexadien-1-ylidene)-3-sulfo-, hydroxide, inner salt, disodium salt (Fast Green FCF; CI 42053) when used as a substance in hair dy

CAS 2353-45-9

New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 4, reference 1357.

Source:Schedule 4, reference 1357, source row 1436 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30

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Benzenemethanaminium, N-ethyl-N-[4-[[4-[ethyl-[(3-sulfophenyl)-methyl]-amino]-phenyl] [2-sulfophenyl)-methylene]-2,5-cyclohexadien-1-ylidene]-3-sulfo, inner salt, disodium salt and its ammonium and aluminium salts* (Acid Blue 9; Acid Blue 9 Ammonium salt; Acid Blue 9 aluminium lake; CI 42090)

Benzenemethanaminium, N-ethyl-N-[4-[[4-[ethyl-[(3-sulfophenyl)-methyl]-amino]-phenyl] [2-sulfophenyl)-methylene]-2,5-cyclohexadien-1-ylidene]-3-sulfo, inner salt, disodium salt and its ammonium and aluminium salts* (Acid Blue 9; Acid Blue 9 Ammonium salt;

CAS 3844-45-9

New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 5, reference 190.

Conditions: Product scope: Hair dye substance in non-oxidative hair dye products · Maximum concentration: 0.5%

Source:Schedule 5, reference 190, source row 225 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30

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Benzenemethanaminium, N-ethyl-N-[4-[[4-[ethyl-[(3-sulfophenyl)-methyl]-amino]-phenyl] [2-sulfophenyl)-methylene]-2,5-cyclohexadien-1-ylidene]-3-sulfo, inner salt, disodium salt and its ammonium and aluminium salts* (Acid Blue 9; Acid Blue 9 Ammonium salt; Acid Blue 9 aluminium lake; CI 42090)

Benzenemethanaminium, N-ethyl-N-[4-[[4-[ethyl-[(3-sulfophenyl)-methyl]-amino]-phenyl] [2-sulfophenyl)-methylene]-2,5-cyclohexadien-1-ylidene]-3-sulfo, inner salt, disodium salt and its ammonium and aluminium salts* (Acid Blue 9; Acid Blue 9 Ammonium salt;

CAS 2650-18-2

New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 5, reference 190.

Conditions: Product scope: Hair dye substance in non-oxidative hair dye products · Maximum concentration: 0.5%

Source:Schedule 5, reference 190, source row 226 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30

RestrictedBinding ruleOriginal is EnglishOfficial-source import checked

Benzenemethanaminium, N-ethyl-N-[4-[[4-[ethyl-[(3-sulfophenyl)-methyl]-amino]-phenyl] [2-sulfophenyl)-methylene]-2,5-cyclohexadien-1-ylidene]-3-sulfo, inner salt, disodium salt and its ammonium and aluminium salts* (Acid Blue 9; Acid Blue 9 Ammonium salt; Acid Blue 9 aluminium lake; CI 42090)

Benzenemethanaminium, N-ethyl-N-[4-[[4-[ethyl-[(3-sulfophenyl)-methyl]-amino]-phenyl] [2-sulfophenyl)-methylene]-2,5-cyclohexadien-1-ylidene]-3-sulfo, inner salt, disodium salt and its ammonium and aluminium salts* (Acid Blue 9; Acid Blue 9 Ammonium salt;

CAS 68921-42-6 · EC 272-939-6

New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 5, reference 190.

Conditions: Product scope: Hair dye substance in non-oxidative hair dye products · Maximum concentration: 0.5%

Source:Schedule 5, reference 190, source row 227 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30

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Benzenesulfonic acid, 2,2'-(1,2-ethenediyl)bis[5-nitro-, disodium salt, reaction products with 4-[(4-aminophenyl)azo]benzenesulfonic acid, sodium salts (Direct Orange 34)

CAS 1325-54-8

New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 6, reference 54.

Conditions: Colour index: 40215 · CAS: 1325-54-8 · Colour: Orange · Product scope: Rinse-off products

Source:Schedule 6, reference 54, source row 56 · version effective-2026-01-01 · effective Jan. 1, 2026 · source checked 2026-08-30

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New Zealand cosmetic product schedules 4–8

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