DIETHYLENE GLYCOL

BannedCAS 111-46-629 regulations across 20 markets

DIETHYLENE GLYCOL is a cosmetic ingredient classified as Fragrance. Also known as CAS 111-46-6. It is regulated in 20 markets including UAE, Australia, Bahrain.

Also Known As

CAS Number
111-46-6

Market Overview — 29 Markets

European Union2
United Kingdom2
United States
California
Maryland
Washington
Canada1
Brazil1
South Korea2
Japan1
Taiwan1
Australia1
Singapore1
Malaysia1
Thailand1
Indonesia1
Vietnam1
Philippines1
UAE2
Saudi Arabia2
Qatar2
Oman2
Kuwait2
Bahrain2
Russia
Belarus
Kazakhstan
Armenia
Kyrgyzstan

Detailed Regulations

Europe4 regulations
European UnionBannedAnnex II #1370
Chemical name
Diethylene glycol (DEG); 2,2'-oxydiethanol for traces level, see Annex III
CAS
111-46-6

Source: EC 1223/2009 Annex II

European UnionRestrictedAnnex III #186
Chemical name
2,2'-oxydiethanol Diethylene glycol (DEG)
CAS
111-46-6
Max concentration
0.1%
Product type
As traces in ingredients

Source: EC 1223/2009 Annex III

United KingdomBannedAnnex II #1370
Chemical name
Diethylene glycol (DEG); 2,2′-oxydiethanol for traces level, see Annex III
CAS
111-46-6

Source: UK retained EC 1223/2009 Annex II

United KingdomRestrictedAnnex III #186
Chemical name
2,2′-oxydiethanol Diethylene glycol (DEG)
CAS
111-46-6
Max concentration
0,1 %
Product type
As traces in ingredients
Conditions of use
Max: 0,1 %

Source: UK retained EC 1223/2009 Annex III

Americas2 regulations
CanadaRestrictedAnnex Table 2 (Restricted)
Chemical name
Diethylene glycol
CAS
111-46-6
Conditions of use
Not permitted in oral or leave-on products (see also "Glycerin").

Source: Health Canada Cosmetic Ingredient Hotlist

BrazilRestrictedAnnex RDC_530 #102
Chemical name
Dietilenoglicol (DEG) (CAS 111-46-6)
CAS
111-46-6
Max concentration
0,1 %
Product type
Como impureza (traços) em outros ingredientes cosméticos
Conditions of use
Application: Como impureza (traços) em outros ingredientes cosméticos

Source: ANVISA RDC 530

East Asia & Oceania5 regulations
South KoreaRestrictedAnnex restricted #M519
Chemical name
Diethylene Glycol

Source: MFDS Korea Cosmetics Regulation

South KoreaRestrictedAnnex restricted #M683
Chemical name
Diethylene Glycol(with exception of those substances If they contain ≤ 0.1% as a residues)
CAS
111-46-6

Source: MFDS Korea Cosmetics Regulation

JapanBannedAnnex Appendix 2 (Restricted) #2-2
Chemical name
Diethylene glycol
Product type
Toothpaste
Conditions of use
Product type: Toothpaste

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

TaiwanRestrictedAnnex Prohibited Ingredients List #299
Chemical name
diethylene glycol
CAS
111-46-6
Max concentration
1000 ppm
Product type
contamination_limit
Conditions of use
化粧品於製造過程中,如因所需使用之原料或其他因素,且技術上無法避免,致含自然殘留微量時,則其最終製品中所含二甘醇(diethylene glycol)之殘留量,不得超過1000ppm。
Other conditions
化粧品於製造過程中，如因所需使用之原料或其他因素，且技術上無法避免，致含自然殘留微量時，則其最終製品中所含二甘醇(diethylene glycol)之殘留量，不得超過1000ppm。

Source: TFDA Cosmetics Regulations

AustraliaBannedAnnex Schedule 10 (Prohibited for Sale) #SUSMP Schedule 10
Chemical name
DIETHYLENE GLYCOL for use in toothpastes or mouthwashes
Conditions of use
in preparations containing 0.25% or less of diethylene glycol.

Source: TGA SUSMP F2026L00060

ASEAN6 regulations
SingaporeRestrictedAnnex ACD Annex II (Prohibited) #A1140
Chemical name
Diethylene glycol (except if it is present as unavoidable trace limit of 0.1% in finished product)
CAS
111-46-6
Conditions of use
it is present as unavoidable trace limit of 0.1% in finished product)

Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)

MalaysiaRestrictedAnnex ACD Annex II (Prohibited) #A1140
Chemical name
Diethylene glycol (except if it is present as unavoidable trace limit of 0.1% in finished product)
CAS
111-46-6
Conditions of use
it is present as unavoidable trace limit of 0.1% in finished product)

Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)

ThailandRestrictedAnnex ACD Annex II (Prohibited) #A1140
Chemical name
Diethylene glycol (except if it is present as unavoidable trace limit of 0.1% in finished product)
CAS
111-46-6
Conditions of use
it is present as unavoidable trace limit of 0.1% in finished product)

Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)

IndonesiaRestrictedAnnex ACD Annex II (Prohibited) #A1140
Chemical name
Diethylene glycol (except if it is present as unavoidable trace limit of 0.1% in finished product)
CAS
111-46-6
Conditions of use
it is present as unavoidable trace limit of 0.1% in finished product)

Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)

VietnamRestrictedAnnex ACD Annex II (Prohibited) #A1140
Chemical name
Diethylene glycol (except if it is present as unavoidable trace limit of 0.1% in finished product)
CAS
111-46-6
Conditions of use
it is present as unavoidable trace limit of 0.1% in finished product)

Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)

PhilippinesRestrictedAnnex ACD Annex II (Prohibited) #A1140
Chemical name
Diethylene glycol (except if it is present as unavoidable trace limit of 0.1% in finished product)
CAS
111-46-6
Conditions of use
it is present as unavoidable trace limit of 0.1% in finished product)

Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)

GCC12 regulations
UAEBannedAnnex II #1370
Chemical name
Diethylene glycol (DEG); 2,2'-oxydiethanol for traces level, see Annex III
CAS
111-46-6

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

UAERestrictedAnnex III #186
Chemical name
2,2'-oxydiethanol Diethylene glycol (DEG)
CAS
111-46-6
Max concentration
0.1%
Product type
As traces in ingredients

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

Saudi ArabiaBannedAnnex II #1370
Chemical name
Diethylene glycol (DEG); 2,2'-oxydiethanol for traces level, see Annex III
CAS
111-46-6

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

Saudi ArabiaRestrictedAnnex III #186
Chemical name
2,2'-oxydiethanol Diethylene glycol (DEG)
CAS
111-46-6
Max concentration
0.1%
Product type
As traces in ingredients

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

QatarBannedAnnex II #1370
Chemical name
Diethylene glycol (DEG); 2,2'-oxydiethanol for traces level, see Annex III
CAS
111-46-6

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

QatarRestrictedAnnex III #186
Chemical name
2,2'-oxydiethanol Diethylene glycol (DEG)
CAS
111-46-6
Max concentration
0.1%
Product type
As traces in ingredients

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

OmanBannedAnnex II #1370
Chemical name
Diethylene glycol (DEG); 2,2'-oxydiethanol for traces level, see Annex III
CAS
111-46-6

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

OmanRestrictedAnnex III #186
Chemical name
2,2'-oxydiethanol Diethylene glycol (DEG)
CAS
111-46-6
Max concentration
0.1%
Product type
As traces in ingredients

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

KuwaitBannedAnnex II #1370
Chemical name
Diethylene glycol (DEG); 2,2'-oxydiethanol for traces level, see Annex III
CAS
111-46-6

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

KuwaitRestrictedAnnex III #186
Chemical name
2,2'-oxydiethanol Diethylene glycol (DEG)
CAS
111-46-6
Max concentration
0.1%
Product type
As traces in ingredients

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

BahrainBannedAnnex II #1370
Chemical name
Diethylene glycol (DEG); 2,2'-oxydiethanol for traces level, see Annex III
CAS
111-46-6

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

BahrainRestrictedAnnex III #186
Chemical name
2,2'-oxydiethanol Diethylene glycol (DEG)
CAS
111-46-6
Max concentration
0.1%
Product type
As traces in ingredients

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

EAEUNo restrictions

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is DIETHYLENE GLYCOL banned in any country?

Yes, DIETHYLENE GLYCOL is banned in UAE, Australia, Bahrain, European Union, Japan, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, United Kingdom. Always check current regulations before formulating products for these markets.

What are the restrictions on DIETHYLENE GLYCOL in cosmetics?

DIETHYLENE GLYCOL is restricted or has conditions of use in UAE, Bahrain, Brazil, Canada, European Union, Indonesia, South Korea, Kuwait, Malaysia, Oman, Philippines, Qatar, 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 DIETHYLENE GLYCOL in cosmetics?

DIETHYLENE GLYCOL is regulated in 20 markets. It is banned in UAE, Australia, Bahrain, European Union, Japan, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, United Kingdom. It has restrictions in UAE, Bahrain, Brazil, Canada, European Union, Indonesia, South Korea, Kuwait, Malaysia, Oman, Philippines, Qatar, 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.