BROMOTHYMOL BLUE

RestrictedCAS 76-59-510 regulations across 10 markets

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

European Union1
United Kingdom1
United States
California
Maryland
Washington
Canada
Brazil1
South Korea
Japan
Taiwan1
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 IV #151
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

United KingdomRestrictedAnnex IV #151
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
BrazilRestrictedAnnex RDC_628
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
TaiwanRestrictedAnnex Colorants List #150
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
UAERestrictedAnnex IV #151
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)

Saudi ArabiaRestrictedAnnex IV #151
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)

QatarRestrictedAnnex IV #151
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)

OmanRestrictedAnnex IV #151
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)

KuwaitRestrictedAnnex IV #151
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)

BahrainRestrictedAnnex IV #151
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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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.