DIETHANOLAMINE

BannedCAS 111-42-211 regulations across 10 markets

DIETHANOLAMINE is a cosmetic ingredient classified as Buffering. Also known as CAS 111-42-2. It is regulated in 10 markets including UAE, Australia, Bahrain.

Also Known As

CAS Number
110-97-4, 111-42-2

Market Overview — 29 Markets

European Union1
United Kingdom
United States
California
Maryland
Washington
Canada1
Brazil
South Korea2
Japan
Taiwan
Australia1
Singapore
Malaysia
Thailand
Indonesia
Vietnam
Philippines
UAE1
Saudi Arabia1
Qatar1
Oman1
Kuwait1
Bahrain1
Russia
Belarus
Kazakhstan
Armenia
Kyrgyzstan

Detailed Regulations

Europe1 regulation
European UnionBannedAnnex II #411
Chemical name
Secondary alkyl- and alkanolamines and their salts
CAS
111-42-2 / 110-97-4

Source: EC 1223/2009 Annex II

Americas1 regulation
CanadaBannedAnnex Table 1 (Prohibited)
Chemical name
Secondary alkyl- and alkanolamines and their salts
CAS
111-42-2
Conditions of use
Prohibited in cosmetics

Source: Health Canada Cosmetic Ingredient Hotlist

East Asia & Oceania3 regulations
South KoreaBannedAnnex banned #M30
Chemical name
2,2'-iminobis-Ethanol
CAS
111-42-2

Source: MFDS Korea Cosmetics Regulation

South KoreaBannedAnnex banned #M5
Chemical name
Diethanolamine

Source: MFDS Korea Cosmetics Regulation

AustraliaRestrictedAnnex Schedule 6 (Poison) #SUSMP Schedule 6
Chemical name
DIETHANOLAMINE (excluding its salts and derivatives) except
Conditions of use
(a) when included in Schedule 5; or (b) in preparations containing 5% or less of diethanolamine.

Source: TGA SUSMP F2026L00060

ASEANNo restrictions

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

GCC6 regulations
UAEBannedAnnex II #411
Chemical name
Secondary alkyl- and alkanolamines and their salts
CAS
111-42-2 / 110-97-4

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

Saudi ArabiaBannedAnnex II #411
Chemical name
Secondary alkyl- and alkanolamines and their salts
CAS
111-42-2 / 110-97-4

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

QatarBannedAnnex II #411
Chemical name
Secondary alkyl- and alkanolamines and their salts
CAS
111-42-2 / 110-97-4

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

OmanBannedAnnex II #411
Chemical name
Secondary alkyl- and alkanolamines and their salts
CAS
111-42-2 / 110-97-4

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

KuwaitBannedAnnex II #411
Chemical name
Secondary alkyl- and alkanolamines and their salts
CAS
111-42-2 / 110-97-4

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

BahrainBannedAnnex II #411
Chemical name
Secondary alkyl- and alkanolamines and their salts
CAS
111-42-2 / 110-97-4

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

EAEUNo restrictions

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is DIETHANOLAMINE banned in any country?

Yes, DIETHANOLAMINE is banned in UAE, Bahrain, Canada, European Union, South Korea, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia. Always check current regulations before formulating products for these markets.

What are the restrictions on DIETHANOLAMINE in cosmetics?

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

Can I use DIETHANOLAMINE in cosmetics?

DIETHANOLAMINE is regulated in 10 markets. It is banned in UAE, Bahrain, Canada, European Union, South Korea, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia. It has restrictions in Australia. 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.