DIBROMOHEXAMIDINE ISETHIONATE

RestrictedCAS 93856-83-822 regulations across 22 markets

DIBROMOHEXAMIDINE ISETHIONATE is a cosmetic ingredient classified as Preservative. Also known as CAS 93856-83-8. It is regulated in 22 markets including UAE, Armenia, Bahrain.

Also Known As

CAS Number
93856-83-8

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
Russia1
Belarus1
Kazakhstan1
Armenia1
Kyrgyzstan1

Detailed Regulations

Europe2 regulations
European UnionRestrictedAnnex V #15
Chemical name
3,3'-Dibromo-4,4'-hexamethylenedioxydibenzamidine and its salts (including isethionate)
CAS
93856-83-8
Max concentration
0.1%

Source: EC 1223/2009 Annex V

United KingdomRestrictedAnnex V #15
Chemical name
3,3'-Dibromo-4,4'-hexamethylenedioxydi-benzamidine and its salts (including isethionate)
CAS
93856-83-8
Max concentration
0,1 %
Conditions of use
Max: 0,1 %

Source: UK retained EC 1223/2009 Annex V

Americas1 regulation
BrazilRestrictedAnnex RDC_528 #14
Chemical name
3,3’-Dibromo – 4,4’ hexametileno-dioxi dibenzamidina(dibr omohexamidina) e seus sais (incluindo isotionato)
CAS
93856-83-8
Max concentration
0,1%

Source: ANVISA RDC 528

East Asia & Oceania2 regulations
South KoreaRestrictedAnnex restricted #M1146
Chemical name
DIBROMOHEXAMIDINE ISETHIONATE
Conditions of use
* 배합한도 : 디브로모헥사미딘으로서 0.1%

Source: MFDS Korea Cosmetics Regulation

TaiwanRestrictedAnnex Preservatives List #18
Chemical name
3,3'-Dibromo-4,4'-hexameth-ylene dioxydibenzamidine and its salts (including isethionate)
CAS
93856-83-8
Max concentration
0.1 %

Source: TFDA Cosmetics Regulations

ASEAN6 regulations
SingaporeRestrictedAnnex ACD Annex VI (Preservatives) #15
Chemical name
3,3'-Dibromo-4,4'-hexamethylenedioxydi- benzamidine (Dibromohexamidine)and its salts ( including isethionate)
CAS
93856-83-8
Max concentration
0.1%

Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)

MalaysiaRestrictedAnnex ACD Annex VI (Preservatives) #15
Chemical name
3,3'-Dibromo-4,4'-hexamethylenedioxydi- benzamidine (Dibromohexamidine)and its salts ( including isethionate)
CAS
93856-83-8
Max concentration
0.1%

Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)

ThailandRestrictedAnnex ACD Annex VI (Preservatives) #15
Chemical name
3,3'-Dibromo-4,4'-hexamethylenedioxydi- benzamidine (Dibromohexamidine)and its salts ( including isethionate)
CAS
93856-83-8
Max concentration
0.1%

Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)

IndonesiaRestrictedAnnex ACD Annex VI (Preservatives) #15
Chemical name
3,3'-Dibromo-4,4'-hexamethylenedioxydi- benzamidine (Dibromohexamidine)and its salts ( including isethionate)
CAS
93856-83-8
Max concentration
0.1%

Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)

VietnamRestrictedAnnex ACD Annex VI (Preservatives) #15
Chemical name
3,3'-Dibromo-4,4'-hexamethylenedioxydi- benzamidine (Dibromohexamidine)and its salts ( including isethionate)
CAS
93856-83-8
Max concentration
0.1%

Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)

PhilippinesRestrictedAnnex ACD Annex VI (Preservatives) #15
Chemical name
3,3'-Dibromo-4,4'-hexamethylenedioxydi- benzamidine (Dibromohexamidine)and its salts ( including isethionate)
CAS
93856-83-8
Max concentration
0.1%

Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)

GCC6 regulations
UAERestrictedAnnex V #15
Chemical name
3,3'-Dibromo-4,4'-hexamethylenedioxydibenzamidine and its salts (including isethionate)
CAS
93856-83-8
Max concentration
0.1%

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

Saudi ArabiaRestrictedAnnex V #15
Chemical name
3,3'-Dibromo-4,4'-hexamethylenedioxydibenzamidine and its salts (including isethionate)
CAS
93856-83-8
Max concentration
0.1%

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

QatarRestrictedAnnex V #15
Chemical name
3,3'-Dibromo-4,4'-hexamethylenedioxydibenzamidine and its salts (including isethionate)
CAS
93856-83-8
Max concentration
0.1%

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

OmanRestrictedAnnex V #15
Chemical name
3,3'-Dibromo-4,4'-hexamethylenedioxydibenzamidine and its salts (including isethionate)
CAS
93856-83-8
Max concentration
0.1%

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

KuwaitRestrictedAnnex V #15
Chemical name
3,3'-Dibromo-4,4'-hexamethylenedioxydibenzamidine and its salts (including isethionate)
CAS
93856-83-8
Max concentration
0.1%

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

BahrainRestrictedAnnex V #15
Chemical name
3,3'-Dibromo-4,4'-hexamethylenedioxydibenzamidine and its salts (including isethionate)
CAS
93856-83-8
Max concentration
0.1%

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

EAEU5 regulations
RussiaRestrictedAnnex 4 #15
Chemical name
3,3'-Дибром-4,4'-гексаметилендиоксидибензамидин и его соли (включая изотионат) (3,3'-Dibromo-4,4'-hexamethylenedioxydibenzamidine and its salts (including isethionate)
CAS
93856-83-8
Max concentration
0,1 процента

Source: TR CU 009/2011 Annex 4 (Preservatives) (Ref 15)

BelarusRestrictedAnnex 4 #15
Chemical name
3,3'-Дибром-4,4'-гексаметилендиоксидибензамидин и его соли (включая изотионат) (3,3'-Dibromo-4,4'-hexamethylenedioxydibenzamidine and its salts (including isethionate)
CAS
93856-83-8
Max concentration
0,1 процента

Source: TR CU 009/2011 Annex 4 (Preservatives) (Ref 15)

KazakhstanRestrictedAnnex 4 #15
Chemical name
3,3'-Дибром-4,4'-гексаметилендиоксидибензамидин и его соли (включая изотионат) (3,3'-Dibromo-4,4'-hexamethylenedioxydibenzamidine and its salts (including isethionate)
CAS
93856-83-8
Max concentration
0,1 процента

Source: TR CU 009/2011 Annex 4 (Preservatives) (Ref 15)

ArmeniaRestrictedAnnex 4 #15
Chemical name
3,3'-Дибром-4,4'-гексаметилендиоксидибензамидин и его соли (включая изотионат) (3,3'-Dibromo-4,4'-hexamethylenedioxydibenzamidine and its salts (including isethionate)
CAS
93856-83-8
Max concentration
0,1 процента

Source: TR CU 009/2011 Annex 4 (Preservatives) (Ref 15)

KyrgyzstanRestrictedAnnex 4 #15
Chemical name
3,3'-Дибром-4,4'-гексаметилендиоксидибензамидин и его соли (включая изотионат) (3,3'-Dibromo-4,4'-hexamethylenedioxydibenzamidine and its salts (including isethionate)
CAS
93856-83-8
Max concentration
0,1 процента

Source: TR CU 009/2011 Annex 4 (Preservatives) (Ref 15)

Frequently Asked Questions

Is DIBROMOHEXAMIDINE ISETHIONATE banned in any country?

DIBROMOHEXAMIDINE ISETHIONATE 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 DIBROMOHEXAMIDINE ISETHIONATE in cosmetics?

DIBROMOHEXAMIDINE ISETHIONATE is restricted or has conditions of use in UAE, Armenia, Bahrain, Brazil, Belarus, European Union, Indonesia, Kyrgyzstan, South Korea, Kuwait, Kazakhstan, Malaysia, Oman, Philippines, Qatar, Russia, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Thailand, Taiwan, United Kingdom, Vietnam. Restrictions may include maximum concentration limits, product type limitations, or mandatory labeling requirements. See the detailed regulations above for specifics.

Can I use DIBROMOHEXAMIDINE ISETHIONATE in cosmetics?

DIBROMOHEXAMIDINE ISETHIONATE is regulated in 22 markets. It has restrictions in UAE, Armenia, Bahrain, Brazil, Belarus, European Union, Indonesia, Kyrgyzstan, South Korea, Kuwait, Kazakhstan, Malaysia, Oman, Philippines, Qatar, Russia, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Thailand, Taiwan, United Kingdom, Vietnam. 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.