CHLOROPHENE

BannedCAS 120-32-117 regulations across 17 markets

CHLOROPHENE is a cosmetic ingredient classified as Antimicrobial. Also known as CAS 120-32-1. It is regulated in 17 markets including UAE, Bahrain, Brazil.

Also Known As

CAS Number
120-32-1

Market Overview — 29 Markets

European Union1
United Kingdom1
United States
California
Maryland
Washington
Canada
Brazil1
South Korea1
Japan
Taiwan1
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 #1602
Chemical name
Clorofene; chlorophene; 2-benzyl-4-chlorophenol
CAS
120-32-1

Source: EC 1223/2009 Annex II

United KingdomBannedAnnex II #1602
Chemical name
Clorofene; chlorophene; 2-benzyl-4-chlorophenol
CAS
120-32-1

Source: UK retained EC 1223/2009 Annex II

Americas1 regulation
BrazilBannedAnnex RDC_529 #1404
Chemical name
2-benzil-4-clorofenol (chlorophene)
CAS
120-32-1

Source: ANVISA RDC 529

East Asia & Oceania2 regulations
South KoreaRestrictedAnnex restricted #M1029
Chemical name
Chlorophene
Conditions of use
* 배합한도 : 0.05%

Source: MFDS Korea Cosmetics Regulation

TaiwanRestrictedAnnex Preservatives List #7
Chemical name
2-Benzyl-4-chlorophenol
CAS
120-32-1
Max concentration
0.2 %

Source: TFDA Cosmetics Regulations

ASEAN6 regulations
SingaporeBannedAnnex ACD Annex II (Prohibited) #1602
Chemical name
Clorofene / chlorophene; 2-benzyl-4-chlorophenol
CAS
120-32-1

Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)

MalaysiaBannedAnnex ACD Annex II (Prohibited) #1602
Chemical name
Clorofene / chlorophene; 2-benzyl-4-chlorophenol
CAS
120-32-1

Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)

ThailandBannedAnnex ACD Annex II (Prohibited) #1602
Chemical name
Clorofene / chlorophene; 2-benzyl-4-chlorophenol
CAS
120-32-1

Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)

IndonesiaBannedAnnex ACD Annex II (Prohibited) #1602
Chemical name
Clorofene / chlorophene; 2-benzyl-4-chlorophenol
CAS
120-32-1

Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)

VietnamBannedAnnex ACD Annex II (Prohibited) #1602
Chemical name
Clorofene / chlorophene; 2-benzyl-4-chlorophenol
CAS
120-32-1

Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)

PhilippinesBannedAnnex ACD Annex II (Prohibited) #1602
Chemical name
Clorofene / chlorophene; 2-benzyl-4-chlorophenol
CAS
120-32-1

Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)

GCC6 regulations
UAEBannedAnnex II #1602
Chemical name
Clorofene; chlorophene; 2-benzyl-4-chlorophenol
CAS
120-32-1

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

Saudi ArabiaBannedAnnex II #1602
Chemical name
Clorofene; chlorophene; 2-benzyl-4-chlorophenol
CAS
120-32-1

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

QatarBannedAnnex II #1602
Chemical name
Clorofene; chlorophene; 2-benzyl-4-chlorophenol
CAS
120-32-1

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

OmanBannedAnnex II #1602
Chemical name
Clorofene; chlorophene; 2-benzyl-4-chlorophenol
CAS
120-32-1

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

KuwaitBannedAnnex II #1602
Chemical name
Clorofene; chlorophene; 2-benzyl-4-chlorophenol
CAS
120-32-1

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

BahrainBannedAnnex II #1602
Chemical name
Clorofene; chlorophene; 2-benzyl-4-chlorophenol
CAS
120-32-1

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

EAEUNo restrictions

No specific restrictions for CHLOROPHENE in Russia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Armenia, Kyrgyzstan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is CHLOROPHENE banned in any country?

Yes, CHLOROPHENE is banned in UAE, Bahrain, Brazil, 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 CHLOROPHENE in cosmetics?

CHLOROPHENE is restricted or has conditions of use in South Korea, Taiwan. Restrictions may include maximum concentration limits, product type limitations, or mandatory labeling requirements. See the detailed regulations above for specifics.

Can I use CHLOROPHENE in cosmetics?

CHLOROPHENE is regulated in 17 markets. It is banned in UAE, Bahrain, Brazil, European Union, Indonesia, Kuwait, Malaysia, Oman, Philippines, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Thailand, United Kingdom, Vietnam. It has restrictions in South Korea, Taiwan. 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.