4-METHYLBENZYLIDENE CAMPHOR

BannedCAS 36861-47-921 regulations across 21 markets

4-METHYLBENZYLIDENE CAMPHOR is a cosmetic ingredient classified as Light Stabilizer. Also known as CAS 36861-47-9. It is regulated in 21 markets including UAE, Armenia, Bahrain.

Also Known As

CAS Number
36861-47-9, 38102-62-4

Market Overview — 29 Markets

European Union1
United Kingdom1
United States
California
Maryland
Washington
Canada
Brazil1
South Korea1
Japan
Taiwan
Australia
Singapore1
Malaysia1
Thailand1
Indonesia1
Vietnam1
Philippines1
UAE1
Saudi Arabia1
Qatar1
Oman1
Kuwait1
Bahrain1
Russia1
Belarus1
Kazakhstan1
Armenia1
Kyrgyzstan1

Detailed Regulations

Europe2 regulations
European UnionBannedAnnex II #1730
Chemical name
3-(4'-methylbenzylidene)-camphor; [INCI: 4-Methylbenzylidene Camphor]
CAS
36861-47-9/38102-62-4

Source: EC 1223/2009 Annex II

United KingdomRestrictedAnnex VI #18
Chemical name
3-(4-Methylbenzylidene)-d1 camphor/Enzacamene
CAS
38102-62-4/36861-47-9
Max concentration
4 %
Conditions of use
Max: 4 %

Source: UK retained EC 1223/2009 Annex VI

Americas1 regulation
BrazilRestrictedAnnex RDC_600 #23
Chemical name
3 - (4' - metilbenzilideno) - d - l - cânfora 4-METHYL BENZYLIDENE CAMPHOR
Max concentration
4%

Source: ANVISA RDC 600

East Asia & Oceania1 regulation
South KoreaRestrictedAnnex restricted #M995
Chemical name
4-Methylbenzylidene Camphor
Conditions of use
* 배합한도 : 4%

Source: MFDS Korea Cosmetics Regulation

ASEAN6 regulations
SingaporeBannedAnnex ACD Annex II (Prohibited) #1723
Chemical name
4-Methylbenzylidene Camphor; 3-(4'-methylbenzylidene)-camphor
CAS
36861-47-9 / 38102-62-4

Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)

MalaysiaBannedAnnex ACD Annex II (Prohibited) #1723
Chemical name
4-Methylbenzylidene Camphor; 3-(4'-methylbenzylidene)-camphor
CAS
36861-47-9 / 38102-62-4

Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)

ThailandBannedAnnex ACD Annex II (Prohibited) #1723
Chemical name
4-Methylbenzylidene Camphor; 3-(4'-methylbenzylidene)-camphor
CAS
36861-47-9 / 38102-62-4

Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)

IndonesiaBannedAnnex ACD Annex II (Prohibited) #1723
Chemical name
4-Methylbenzylidene Camphor; 3-(4'-methylbenzylidene)-camphor
CAS
36861-47-9 / 38102-62-4

Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)

VietnamBannedAnnex ACD Annex II (Prohibited) #1723
Chemical name
4-Methylbenzylidene Camphor; 3-(4'-methylbenzylidene)-camphor
CAS
36861-47-9 / 38102-62-4

Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)

PhilippinesBannedAnnex ACD Annex II (Prohibited) #1723
Chemical name
4-Methylbenzylidene Camphor; 3-(4'-methylbenzylidene)-camphor
CAS
36861-47-9 / 38102-62-4

Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)

GCC6 regulations
UAEBannedAnnex II #1730
Chemical name
3-(4'-methylbenzylidene)-camphor; [INCI: 4-Methylbenzylidene Camphor]
CAS
36861-47-9/38102-62-4

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

Saudi ArabiaBannedAnnex II #1730
Chemical name
3-(4'-methylbenzylidene)-camphor; [INCI: 4-Methylbenzylidene Camphor]
CAS
36861-47-9/38102-62-4

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

QatarBannedAnnex II #1730
Chemical name
3-(4'-methylbenzylidene)-camphor; [INCI: 4-Methylbenzylidene Camphor]
CAS
36861-47-9/38102-62-4

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

OmanBannedAnnex II #1730
Chemical name
3-(4'-methylbenzylidene)-camphor; [INCI: 4-Methylbenzylidene Camphor]
CAS
36861-47-9/38102-62-4

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

KuwaitBannedAnnex II #1730
Chemical name
3-(4'-methylbenzylidene)-camphor; [INCI: 4-Methylbenzylidene Camphor]
CAS
36861-47-9/38102-62-4

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

BahrainBannedAnnex II #1730
Chemical name
3-(4'-methylbenzylidene)-camphor; [INCI: 4-Methylbenzylidene Camphor]
CAS
36861-47-9/38102-62-4

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

EAEU5 regulations
RussiaRestrictedAnnex 5 #18
Chemical name
3-(4-Метилбензилиден)-d1 камфора (3-(4-Methylbenxylidene)-d1 camphor/Enzacamene
CAS
38102-62-4/36861-47-9
Max concentration
4 процента

Source: TR CU 009/2011 Annex 5 (UV Filters) (Ref 18)

BelarusRestrictedAnnex 5 #18
Chemical name
3-(4-Метилбензилиден)-d1 камфора (3-(4-Methylbenxylidene)-d1 camphor/Enzacamene
CAS
38102-62-4/36861-47-9
Max concentration
4 процента

Source: TR CU 009/2011 Annex 5 (UV Filters) (Ref 18)

KazakhstanRestrictedAnnex 5 #18
Chemical name
3-(4-Метилбензилиден)-d1 камфора (3-(4-Methylbenxylidene)-d1 camphor/Enzacamene
CAS
38102-62-4/36861-47-9
Max concentration
4 процента

Source: TR CU 009/2011 Annex 5 (UV Filters) (Ref 18)

ArmeniaRestrictedAnnex 5 #18
Chemical name
3-(4-Метилбензилиден)-d1 камфора (3-(4-Methylbenxylidene)-d1 camphor/Enzacamene
CAS
38102-62-4/36861-47-9
Max concentration
4 процента

Source: TR CU 009/2011 Annex 5 (UV Filters) (Ref 18)

KyrgyzstanRestrictedAnnex 5 #18
Chemical name
3-(4-Метилбензилиден)-d1 камфора (3-(4-Methylbenxylidene)-d1 camphor/Enzacamene
CAS
38102-62-4/36861-47-9
Max concentration
4 процента

Source: TR CU 009/2011 Annex 5 (UV Filters) (Ref 18)

Frequently Asked Questions

Is 4-METHYLBENZYLIDENE CAMPHOR banned in any country?

Yes, 4-METHYLBENZYLIDENE CAMPHOR is banned in UAE, Bahrain, European Union, Indonesia, Kuwait, Malaysia, Oman, Philippines, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Thailand, Vietnam. Always check current regulations before formulating products for these markets.

What are the restrictions on 4-METHYLBENZYLIDENE CAMPHOR in cosmetics?

4-METHYLBENZYLIDENE CAMPHOR is restricted or has conditions of use in Armenia, Brazil, Belarus, Kyrgyzstan, South Korea, Kazakhstan, Russia, 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 4-METHYLBENZYLIDENE CAMPHOR in cosmetics?

4-METHYLBENZYLIDENE CAMPHOR is regulated in 21 markets. It is banned in UAE, Bahrain, European Union, Indonesia, Kuwait, Malaysia, Oman, Philippines, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Thailand, Vietnam. It has restrictions in Armenia, Brazil, Belarus, Kyrgyzstan, South Korea, Kazakhstan, Russia, United Kingdom. Use Formpli's free screening tool to check your full ingredient list against all 26 markets at once.

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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.