BENZALDEHYDE
BENZALDEHYDE is a cosmetic ingredient classified as Denaturant. Also known as CAS 100-52-7. It is regulated in 13 markets including UAE, Bahrain, European Union.
Also Known As
- CAS Number
- 100-52-7
Market Overview — 29 Markets
Detailed Regulations
Europe1 regulation
- Chemical name
- Benzaldehyde
- CAS
- 100-52-7
- Other conditions
- 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
AmericasNo restrictions
No specific restrictions for BENZALDEHYDE in United States, California, Maryland, Washington, Canada, Brazil.
East Asia & OceaniaNo restrictions
No specific restrictions for BENZALDEHYDE in South Korea, Japan, Taiwan, Australia.
ASEAN6 regulations
- Chemical name
- 4-(3-aminopyrazolo[1,5-A] pyridin-2- yl)-1,1-dimethylpiperazin-1-ium chloride hydrochloride Dimethylpiperazinium Aminopyrazolopyridine HCl 1256553- 33-9
- Max concentration
- After mixing under oxidative conditions the maximum concentration applied to hair must not exceed 2 %(calculated as free base)
- Product type
- Hair dye substance in oxidative hair dye products
- Conditions of use
- To be printed on the label: The mixing ratio. ' Hair colorants 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.'
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- 4-(3-aminopyrazolo[1,5-A] pyridin-2- yl)-1,1-dimethylpiperazin-1-ium chloride hydrochloride Dimethylpiperazinium Aminopyrazolopyridine HCl 1256553- 33-9
- Max concentration
- After mixing under oxidative conditions the maximum concentration applied to hair must not exceed 2 %(calculated as free base)
- Product type
- Hair dye substance in oxidative hair dye products
- Conditions of use
- To be printed on the label: The mixing ratio. ' Hair colorants 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.'
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- 4-(3-aminopyrazolo[1,5-A] pyridin-2- yl)-1,1-dimethylpiperazin-1-ium chloride hydrochloride Dimethylpiperazinium Aminopyrazolopyridine HCl 1256553- 33-9
- Max concentration
- After mixing under oxidative conditions the maximum concentration applied to hair must not exceed 2 %(calculated as free base)
- Product type
- Hair dye substance in oxidative hair dye products
- Conditions of use
- To be printed on the label: The mixing ratio. ' Hair colorants 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.'
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- 4-(3-aminopyrazolo[1,5-A] pyridin-2- yl)-1,1-dimethylpiperazin-1-ium chloride hydrochloride Dimethylpiperazinium Aminopyrazolopyridine HCl 1256553- 33-9
- Max concentration
- After mixing under oxidative conditions the maximum concentration applied to hair must not exceed 2 %(calculated as free base)
- Product type
- Hair dye substance in oxidative hair dye products
- Conditions of use
- To be printed on the label: The mixing ratio. ' Hair colorants 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.'
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- 4-(3-aminopyrazolo[1,5-A] pyridin-2- yl)-1,1-dimethylpiperazin-1-ium chloride hydrochloride Dimethylpiperazinium Aminopyrazolopyridine HCl 1256553- 33-9
- Max concentration
- After mixing under oxidative conditions the maximum concentration applied to hair must not exceed 2 %(calculated as free base)
- Product type
- Hair dye substance in oxidative hair dye products
- Conditions of use
- To be printed on the label: The mixing ratio. ' Hair colorants 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.'
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- 4-(3-aminopyrazolo[1,5-A] pyridin-2- yl)-1,1-dimethylpiperazin-1-ium chloride hydrochloride Dimethylpiperazinium Aminopyrazolopyridine HCl 1256553- 33-9
- Max concentration
- After mixing under oxidative conditions the maximum concentration applied to hair must not exceed 2 %(calculated as free base)
- Product type
- Hair dye substance in oxidative hair dye products
- Conditions of use
- To be printed on the label: The mixing ratio. ' Hair colorants 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.'
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
GCC6 regulations
- Chemical name
- Benzaldehyde
- CAS
- 100-52-7
- Other conditions
- 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)
- Chemical name
- Benzaldehyde
- CAS
- 100-52-7
- Other conditions
- 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)
- Chemical name
- Benzaldehyde
- CAS
- 100-52-7
- Other conditions
- 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)
- Chemical name
- Benzaldehyde
- CAS
- 100-52-7
- Other conditions
- 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)
- Chemical name
- Benzaldehyde
- CAS
- 100-52-7
- Other conditions
- 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)
- Chemical name
- Benzaldehyde
- CAS
- 100-52-7
- Other conditions
- 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 BENZALDEHYDE in Russia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Armenia, Kyrgyzstan.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is BENZALDEHYDE banned in any country?
BENZALDEHYDE 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 BENZALDEHYDE in cosmetics?
BENZALDEHYDE is restricted or has conditions of use in UAE, Bahrain, European Union, Indonesia, Kuwait, Malaysia, Oman, Philippines, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Thailand, Vietnam. Restrictions may include maximum concentration limits, product type limitations, or mandatory labeling requirements. See the detailed regulations above for specifics.
Can I use BENZALDEHYDE in cosmetics?
BENZALDEHYDE is regulated in 13 markets. It has restrictions in UAE, Bahrain, European Union, Indonesia, Kuwait, Malaysia, Oman, Philippines, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Thailand, Vietnam. Use Formpli's free screening tool to check your full ingredient list against all 26 markets at once.
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Check Ingredients FreeThis 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.