CLOFLUCARBAN

BannedCAS 369-77-75 regulations across 3 markets

CLOFLUCARBAN is a cosmetic ingredient classified as Antimicrobial. Also known as CAS 369-77-7. It is regulated in 3 markets including Japan, South Korea, Taiwan.

Also Known As

CAS Number
369-77-7

Market Overview — 29 Markets

European Union
United Kingdom
United States
California
Maryland
Washington
Canada
Brazil
South Korea2
Japan2
Taiwan1
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 CLOFLUCARBAN in European Union, United Kingdom.

AmericasNo restrictions

No specific restrictions for CLOFLUCARBAN in United States, California, Maryland, Washington, Canada, Brazil.

East Asia & Oceania5 regulations
South KoreaBannedAnnex banned #M454
Chemical name
Cloflucarban

Source: MFDS Korea Cosmetics Regulation

South KoreaBannedAnnex banned #M770
Chemical name
Halocarban
CAS
369-77-7

Source: MFDS Korea Cosmetics Regulation

JapanRestrictedAnnex Appendix 3 (Preservatives) #3-2
Chemical name
Halocarban
Max concentration
0.30%
Product type
Leave-on (cosmetics not washed away)

Source: MHLW Standards for Cosmetics (Notification No.331 of 2000)

JapanRestrictedAnnex Appendix 3 (Preservatives) #3-2
Chemical name
Halocarban
Product type
Rinse-off (cosmetics washed away after use)

Source: MHLW Standards for Cosmetics (Notification No.331 of 2000)

TaiwanRestrictedAnnex Restricted Ingredients List #182
Chemical name
Halocarban
CAS
369-77-7
Max concentration
0.3%

Source: TFDA Cosmetics Regulations

ASEANNo restrictions

No specific restrictions for CLOFLUCARBAN in Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia, Vietnam, Philippines.

GCCNo restrictions

No specific restrictions for CLOFLUCARBAN in UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Oman, Kuwait, Bahrain.

EAEUNo restrictions

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is CLOFLUCARBAN banned in any country?

Yes, CLOFLUCARBAN is banned in South Korea. Always check current regulations before formulating products for these markets.

What are the restrictions on CLOFLUCARBAN in cosmetics?

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

Can I use CLOFLUCARBAN 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.