3-PROPYLIDENEPHTHALIDE

RestrictedCAS 17369-59-48 regulations across 8 markets

3-PROPYLIDENEPHTHALIDE is a cosmetic ingredient. Also known as CAS 17369-59-4. It is regulated in 8 markets including UAE, Bahrain, European Union.

Also Known As

CAS Number
17369-59-4

Market Overview — 29 Markets

European Union1
United Kingdom1
United States
California
Maryland
Washington
Canada
Brazil
South Korea
Japan
Taiwan
Australia
Singapore
Malaysia
Thailand
Indonesia
Vietnam
Philippines
UAE1
Saudi Arabia1
Qatar1
Oman1
Kuwait1
Bahrain1
Russia
Belarus
Kazakhstan
Armenia
Kyrgyzstan

Detailed Regulations

Europe2 regulations
European UnionRestrictedAnnex III #175
Chemical name
3-Propylidene-1(3H)- isobenzofuranone; 3-Propylidenephthalide
CAS
17369-59-4
Max concentration
(b) 0.01%
Product type
(a) Oral products (b) Other produts
Other conditions
(a) The presence of the substance shall be indicated in the list of ingredients referred to in Article 19(1), point (g), when its concentration exceeds: — 0,001 % in leave-on products — 0,01 % in rinse-off products.

Source: EC 1223/2009 Annex III

United KingdomRestrictedAnnex III #175
Chemical name
Propylidenephthalide; 3-Propylidenephthalide
CAS
17369-59-4
Product type
(a) Oral products

Source: UK retained EC 1223/2009 Annex III

AmericasNo restrictions

No specific restrictions for 3-PROPYLIDENEPHTHALIDE in United States, California, Maryland, Washington, Canada, Brazil.

East Asia & OceaniaNo restrictions

No specific restrictions for 3-PROPYLIDENEPHTHALIDE in South Korea, Japan, Taiwan, Australia.

ASEANNo restrictions

No specific restrictions for 3-PROPYLIDENEPHTHALIDE in Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia, Vietnam, Philippines.

GCC6 regulations
UAERestrictedAnnex III #175
Chemical name
3-Propylidene-1(3H)- isobenzofuranone; 3-Propylidenephthalide
CAS
17369-59-4
Max concentration
(b) 0.01%
Product type
(a) Oral products (b) Other produts
Other conditions
(a) The presence of the substance shall be indicated in the list of ingredients referred to in Article 19(1), point (g), when its concentration exceeds: — 0,001 % in leave-on products — 0,01 % in rinse-off products.

Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 III)

Saudi ArabiaRestrictedAnnex III #175
Chemical name
3-Propylidene-1(3H)- isobenzofuranone; 3-Propylidenephthalide
CAS
17369-59-4
Max concentration
(b) 0.01%
Product type
(a) Oral products (b) Other produts
Other conditions
(a) The presence of the substance shall be indicated in the list of ingredients referred to in Article 19(1), point (g), when its concentration exceeds: — 0,001 % in leave-on products — 0,01 % in rinse-off products.

Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 III)

QatarRestrictedAnnex III #175
Chemical name
3-Propylidene-1(3H)- isobenzofuranone; 3-Propylidenephthalide
CAS
17369-59-4
Max concentration
(b) 0.01%
Product type
(a) Oral products (b) Other produts
Other conditions
(a) The presence of the substance shall be indicated in the list of ingredients referred to in Article 19(1), point (g), when its concentration exceeds: — 0,001 % in leave-on products — 0,01 % in rinse-off products.

Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 III)

OmanRestrictedAnnex III #175
Chemical name
3-Propylidene-1(3H)- isobenzofuranone; 3-Propylidenephthalide
CAS
17369-59-4
Max concentration
(b) 0.01%
Product type
(a) Oral products (b) Other produts
Other conditions
(a) The presence of the substance shall be indicated in the list of ingredients referred to in Article 19(1), point (g), when its concentration exceeds: — 0,001 % in leave-on products — 0,01 % in rinse-off products.

Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 III)

KuwaitRestrictedAnnex III #175
Chemical name
3-Propylidene-1(3H)- isobenzofuranone; 3-Propylidenephthalide
CAS
17369-59-4
Max concentration
(b) 0.01%
Product type
(a) Oral products (b) Other produts
Other conditions
(a) The presence of the substance shall be indicated in the list of ingredients referred to in Article 19(1), point (g), when its concentration exceeds: — 0,001 % in leave-on products — 0,01 % in rinse-off products.

Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 III)

BahrainRestrictedAnnex III #175
Chemical name
3-Propylidene-1(3H)- isobenzofuranone; 3-Propylidenephthalide
CAS
17369-59-4
Max concentration
(b) 0.01%
Product type
(a) Oral products (b) Other produts
Other conditions
(a) The presence of the substance shall be indicated in the list of ingredients referred to in Article 19(1), point (g), when its concentration exceeds: — 0,001 % in leave-on products — 0,01 % in rinse-off products.

Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 III)

EAEUNo restrictions

No specific restrictions for 3-PROPYLIDENEPHTHALIDE in Russia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Armenia, Kyrgyzstan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is 3-PROPYLIDENEPHTHALIDE banned in any country?

3-PROPYLIDENEPHTHALIDE is not banned in any of the 26 markets tracked by Formpli. However, it may be subject to restrictions or conditions of use in some markets.

What are the restrictions on 3-PROPYLIDENEPHTHALIDE in cosmetics?

3-PROPYLIDENEPHTHALIDE is restricted or has conditions of use in UAE, Bahrain, European Union, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, United Kingdom. Restrictions may include maximum concentration limits, product type limitations, or mandatory labeling requirements. See the detailed regulations above for specifics.

Can I use 3-PROPYLIDENEPHTHALIDE in cosmetics?

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This information is for reference only and does not constitute legal or regulatory advice. Regulations change — always verify with official sources and consult a regulatory specialist before exporting cosmetic products. Data sourced from EU COSING, US FDA, Health Canada, MHLW Japan, MFDS Korea, ASEAN ACD, GCC SFDA, TGA Australia, ANVISA Brazil, EAEU TR CU, and Taiwan TFDA.