CIS-RETINOIC ACID

BannedCAS 4759-48-22 regulations across 2 markets

CIS-RETINOIC ACID is a cosmetic ingredient classified as Anti-Sebum. Also known as CAS 4759-48-2. It is regulated in 2 markets including Canada, California.

Also Known As

CAS Number
4759-48-2

Market Overview — 29 Markets

European Union
United Kingdom
United States
California1
Maryland
Washington
Canada1
Brazil
South Korea
Japan
Taiwan
Australia
Singapore
Malaysia
Thailand
Indonesia
Vietnam
Philippines
UAE
Saudi Arabia
Qatar
Oman
Kuwait
Bahrain
Russia
Belarus
Kazakhstan
Armenia
Kyrgyzstan

Detailed Regulations

EuropeNo restrictions

No specific restrictions for CIS-RETINOIC ACID in European Union, United Kingdom.

Americas2 regulations
CaliforniaRestrictedAnnex PROP65
Chemical name
Isotretinoin
CAS
4759-48-2
Conditions of use
Warning required under California Proposition 65

Source: California Prop 65 (OEHHA)

CanadaBannedAnnex Table 1 (Prohibited)
Chemical name
Retinoic Acid and its salts
CAS
4759-48-2
Conditions of use
Prohibited in cosmetics

Source: Health Canada Cosmetic Ingredient Hotlist

East Asia & OceaniaNo restrictions

No specific restrictions for CIS-RETINOIC ACID in South Korea, Japan, Taiwan, Australia.

ASEANNo restrictions

No specific restrictions for CIS-RETINOIC ACID in Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia, Vietnam, Philippines.

GCCNo restrictions

No specific restrictions for CIS-RETINOIC ACID in UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Oman, Kuwait, Bahrain.

EAEUNo restrictions

No specific restrictions for CIS-RETINOIC ACID in Russia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Armenia, Kyrgyzstan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is CIS-RETINOIC ACID banned in any country?

Yes, CIS-RETINOIC ACID is banned in Canada. Always check current regulations before formulating products for these markets.

What are the restrictions on CIS-RETINOIC ACID in cosmetics?

CIS-RETINOIC ACID is banned in Canada and has no specific restrictions in other tracked markets.

Can I use CIS-RETINOIC ACID 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.