BROMOTHYMOL BLUE
BROMOTHYMOL BLUE is a cosmetic ingredient classified as Colorant. Also known as CAS 76-59-5. It is regulated in 10 markets including UAE, Bahrain, Brazil.
Also Known As
- CAS Number
- 76-59-5
Market Overview — 29 Markets
Detailed Regulations
Europe2 regulations
- Chemical name
- Phenol, 4,4'-(3H-2,1-benzoxathiol-3-ylidene)bis[2-bromo-3-methyl-6-(1-methylethyl)-, S,S-dioxide
- CAS
- 76-59-5
- Product type
- Rinse-off products
- Color Index
- BROMOTHYMOL BLUE
Source: EC 1223/2009 Annex IV
- Chemical name
- Phenol, 4,4'-(3H-2,1-benzoxathiol-3-ylidene)bis[2-bromo-3-methyl-6-(1-methylethyl)-, S,S-dioxide
- CAS
- 76-59-5
- Product type
- Rinse-off products
- Color Index
- Bromothymol blue
Source: UK retained EC 1223/2009 Annex IV
Americas1 regulation
- Chemical name
- BROMOTHYMOL BLUE
- Product type
- brief_contact_only
- Conditions of use
- Application fields: brief_contact_only
Source: ANVISA RDC 628
East Asia & Oceania1 regulation
- Chemical name
- Bromothymol blue
- Product type
- Scope 4: Cosmetic products intended to come into contact only briefly with the skin
- Color Index
- Bromothymol blue
Source: TFDA Cosmetics Regulations
ASEANNo restrictions
No specific restrictions for BROMOTHYMOL BLUE in Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia, Vietnam, Philippines.
GCC6 regulations
- Chemical name
- Phenol, 4,4'-(3H-2,1-benzoxathiol-3-ylidene)bis[2-bromo-3-methyl-6-(1-methylethyl)-, S,S-dioxide
- CAS
- 76-59-5
- Product type
- Rinse-off products
- Color Index
- BROMOTHYMOL BLUE
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 IV)
- Chemical name
- Phenol, 4,4'-(3H-2,1-benzoxathiol-3-ylidene)bis[2-bromo-3-methyl-6-(1-methylethyl)-, S,S-dioxide
- CAS
- 76-59-5
- Product type
- Rinse-off products
- Color Index
- BROMOTHYMOL BLUE
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 IV)
- Chemical name
- Phenol, 4,4'-(3H-2,1-benzoxathiol-3-ylidene)bis[2-bromo-3-methyl-6-(1-methylethyl)-, S,S-dioxide
- CAS
- 76-59-5
- Product type
- Rinse-off products
- Color Index
- BROMOTHYMOL BLUE
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 IV)
- Chemical name
- Phenol, 4,4'-(3H-2,1-benzoxathiol-3-ylidene)bis[2-bromo-3-methyl-6-(1-methylethyl)-, S,S-dioxide
- CAS
- 76-59-5
- Product type
- Rinse-off products
- Color Index
- BROMOTHYMOL BLUE
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 IV)
- Chemical name
- Phenol, 4,4'-(3H-2,1-benzoxathiol-3-ylidene)bis[2-bromo-3-methyl-6-(1-methylethyl)-, S,S-dioxide
- CAS
- 76-59-5
- Product type
- Rinse-off products
- Color Index
- BROMOTHYMOL BLUE
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 IV)
- Chemical name
- Phenol, 4,4'-(3H-2,1-benzoxathiol-3-ylidene)bis[2-bromo-3-methyl-6-(1-methylethyl)-, S,S-dioxide
- CAS
- 76-59-5
- Product type
- Rinse-off products
- Color Index
- BROMOTHYMOL BLUE
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 IV)
EAEUNo restrictions
No specific restrictions for BROMOTHYMOL BLUE in Russia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Armenia, Kyrgyzstan.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is BROMOTHYMOL BLUE banned in any country?
BROMOTHYMOL BLUE 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 BROMOTHYMOL BLUE in cosmetics?
BROMOTHYMOL BLUE is restricted or has conditions of use in UAE, Bahrain, Brazil, European Union, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Taiwan, 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 BROMOTHYMOL BLUE in cosmetics?
BROMOTHYMOL BLUE is regulated in 10 markets. It has restrictions in UAE, Bahrain, Brazil, European Union, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Taiwan, United Kingdom. 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.