CARAMEL
CARAMEL is a cosmetic ingredient classified as Colorant. Also known as CAS 8028-89-5. It is regulated in 11 markets including UAE, Bahrain, Brazil.
Also Known As
- CAS Number
- 8028-89-5
Market Overview — 29 Markets
Detailed Regulations
Europe2 regulations
- Chemical name
- Caramel
- CAS
- 8028-89-5
- Conditions of use
- Purity criteria as set out in Commission Directive 95/45/EC (E150a-d)
- Color Index
- CARAMEL
Source: EC 1223/2009 Annex IV
- Chemical name
- Caramel
- Other conditions
- Purity criteria as set out in Commission Directive 95/45/EC (E 150a-d)
- Color Index
- Caramel
Source: UK retained EC 1223/2009 Annex IV
Americas1 regulation
- Chemical name
- CARAMEL
- Product type
- products_in_general
- Conditions of use
- Application fields: products_in_general
Source: ANVISA RDC 628
East Asia & Oceania2 regulations
- Chemical name
- Caramel
Source: MFDS Korea Cosmetics Regulation
- Chemical name
- Caramel
- Product type
- Scope 1: All cosmetic products
- Color Index
- Caramel
Source: TFDA Cosmetics Regulations
ASEANNo restrictions
No specific restrictions for CARAMEL in Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia, Vietnam, Philippines.
GCC6 regulations
- Chemical name
- Caramel
- CAS
- 8028-89-5
- Conditions of use
- Purity criteria as set out in Commission Directive 95/45/EC (E150a-d)
- Color Index
- CARAMEL
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 IV)
- Chemical name
- Caramel
- CAS
- 8028-89-5
- Conditions of use
- Purity criteria as set out in Commission Directive 95/45/EC (E150a-d)
- Color Index
- CARAMEL
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 IV)
- Chemical name
- Caramel
- CAS
- 8028-89-5
- Conditions of use
- Purity criteria as set out in Commission Directive 95/45/EC (E150a-d)
- Color Index
- CARAMEL
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 IV)
- Chemical name
- Caramel
- CAS
- 8028-89-5
- Conditions of use
- Purity criteria as set out in Commission Directive 95/45/EC (E150a-d)
- Color Index
- CARAMEL
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 IV)
- Chemical name
- Caramel
- CAS
- 8028-89-5
- Conditions of use
- Purity criteria as set out in Commission Directive 95/45/EC (E150a-d)
- Color Index
- CARAMEL
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 IV)
- Chemical name
- Caramel
- CAS
- 8028-89-5
- Conditions of use
- Purity criteria as set out in Commission Directive 95/45/EC (E150a-d)
- Color Index
- CARAMEL
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 IV)
EAEUNo restrictions
No specific restrictions for CARAMEL in Russia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Armenia, Kyrgyzstan.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is CARAMEL banned in any country?
CARAMEL 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 CARAMEL in cosmetics?
CARAMEL is restricted or has conditions of use in UAE, Bahrain, Brazil, European Union, South Korea, 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 CARAMEL in cosmetics?
CARAMEL is regulated in 11 markets. It has restrictions in UAE, Bahrain, Brazil, European Union, South Korea, 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.