C16-23 ALKANE

BannedCAS 64742-55-814 regulations across 14 markets

C16-23 ALKANE is a cosmetic ingredient classified as Skin Conditioning. Also known as CAS 64742-55-8. It is regulated in 14 markets including UAE, Bahrain, European Union.

Also Known As

CAS Number
64742-55-8

Market Overview — 29 Markets

European Union1
United Kingdom1
United States
California
Maryland
Washington
Canada
Brazil
South Korea
Japan
Taiwan
Australia
Singapore1
Malaysia1
Thailand1
Indonesia1
Vietnam1
Philippines1
UAE1
Saudi Arabia1
Qatar1
Oman1
Kuwait1
Bahrain1
Russia
Belarus
Kazakhstan
Armenia
Kyrgyzstan

Detailed Regulations

Europe2 regulations
European UnionBannedAnnex II #779
Chemical name
Distillates (petroleum), hydrotreated light paraffinic, if they contain > 3 % w/w DMSO extract
CAS
64742-55-8

Source: EC 1223/2009 Annex II

United KingdomBannedAnnex II #779
Chemical name
Distillates (petroleum), hydrotreated light paraffinic, if they contain > 3 % w/w DMSO extract
CAS
64742-55-8

Source: UK retained EC 1223/2009 Annex II

AmericasNo restrictions

No specific restrictions for C16-23 ALKANE in United States, California, Maryland, Washington, Canada, Brazil.

East Asia & OceaniaNo restrictions

No specific restrictions for C16-23 ALKANE in South Korea, Japan, Taiwan, Australia.

ASEAN6 regulations
SingaporeBannedAnnex ACD Annex II (Prohibited) #779
Chemical name
Distillates (petroleum), hydrotreated light paraffinic
CAS
64742-55-8
Conditions of use
if they contain > 3 %w/w DMSO extract

Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)

MalaysiaBannedAnnex ACD Annex II (Prohibited) #779
Chemical name
Distillates (petroleum), hydrotreated light paraffinic
CAS
64742-55-8
Conditions of use
if they contain > 3 %w/w DMSO extract

Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)

ThailandBannedAnnex ACD Annex II (Prohibited) #779
Chemical name
Distillates (petroleum), hydrotreated light paraffinic
CAS
64742-55-8
Conditions of use
if they contain > 3 %w/w DMSO extract

Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)

IndonesiaBannedAnnex ACD Annex II (Prohibited) #779
Chemical name
Distillates (petroleum), hydrotreated light paraffinic
CAS
64742-55-8
Conditions of use
if they contain > 3 %w/w DMSO extract

Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)

VietnamBannedAnnex ACD Annex II (Prohibited) #779
Chemical name
Distillates (petroleum), hydrotreated light paraffinic
CAS
64742-55-8
Conditions of use
if they contain > 3 %w/w DMSO extract

Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)

PhilippinesBannedAnnex ACD Annex II (Prohibited) #779
Chemical name
Distillates (petroleum), hydrotreated light paraffinic
CAS
64742-55-8
Conditions of use
if they contain > 3 %w/w DMSO extract

Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)

GCC6 regulations
UAEBannedAnnex II #779
Chemical name
Distillates (petroleum), hydrotreated light paraffinic, if they contain > 3 % w/w DMSO extract
CAS
64742-55-8

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

Saudi ArabiaBannedAnnex II #779
Chemical name
Distillates (petroleum), hydrotreated light paraffinic, if they contain > 3 % w/w DMSO extract
CAS
64742-55-8

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

QatarBannedAnnex II #779
Chemical name
Distillates (petroleum), hydrotreated light paraffinic, if they contain > 3 % w/w DMSO extract
CAS
64742-55-8

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

OmanBannedAnnex II #779
Chemical name
Distillates (petroleum), hydrotreated light paraffinic, if they contain > 3 % w/w DMSO extract
CAS
64742-55-8

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

KuwaitBannedAnnex II #779
Chemical name
Distillates (petroleum), hydrotreated light paraffinic, if they contain > 3 % w/w DMSO extract
CAS
64742-55-8

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

BahrainBannedAnnex II #779
Chemical name
Distillates (petroleum), hydrotreated light paraffinic, if they contain > 3 % w/w DMSO extract
CAS
64742-55-8

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

EAEUNo restrictions

No specific restrictions for C16-23 ALKANE in Russia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Armenia, Kyrgyzstan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is C16-23 ALKANE banned in any country?

Yes, C16-23 ALKANE is banned in UAE, Bahrain, European Union, Indonesia, Kuwait, Malaysia, Oman, Philippines, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Thailand, United Kingdom, Vietnam. Always check current regulations before formulating products for these markets.

What are the restrictions on C16-23 ALKANE in cosmetics?

C16-23 ALKANE is banned in UAE, Bahrain, European Union, Indonesia, Kuwait, Malaysia, Oman, Philippines, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Thailand, United Kingdom, Vietnam and has no specific restrictions in other tracked markets.

Can I use C16-23 ALKANE 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.