DIETHYLHEXYL PHTHALATE

BannedCAS 117-81-722 regulations across 21 markets

DIETHYLHEXYL PHTHALATE is a cosmetic ingredient classified as Fragrance. Also known as CAS 117-81-7. It is regulated in 21 markets including UAE, Australia, Bahrain.

Also Known As

CAS Number
117-81-7

Market Overview — 29 Markets

European Union1
United Kingdom1
United States
California2
Maryland1
Washington
Canada1
Brazil1
South Korea1
Japan
Taiwan1
Australia1
Singapore1
Malaysia1
Thailand1
Indonesia1
Vietnam1
Philippines1
UAE1
Saudi Arabia1
Qatar1
Oman1
Kuwait1
Bahrain1
Russia
Belarus
Kazakhstan
Armenia
Kyrgyzstan

Detailed Regulations

Europe2 regulations
European UnionBannedAnnex II #677
Chemical name
bis(2-Ethylhexyl) phthalate; (Diethylhexyl phthalate)
CAS
117-81-7

Source: EC 1223/2009 Annex II

United KingdomBannedAnnex II #677
Chemical name
bis(2-Ethylhexyl) phthalate (Diethylhexyl phthalate)
CAS
117-81-7

Source: UK retained EC 1223/2009 Annex II

Americas5 regulations
CaliforniaBannedAnnex AB2762
Chemical name
Diethylhexyl phthalate
CAS
117-81-7

Source: CA AB 2762 (Toxic-Free Cosmetics Act 2020)

CaliforniaRestrictedAnnex PROP65
Chemical name
Di(2-ethylhexyl)phthalate (DEHP)
CAS
117-81-7
Conditions of use
Warning required under California Proposition 65

Source: California Prop 65 (OEHHA)

MarylandBannedAnnex HB643
Chemical name
Diethylhexyl phthalate
CAS
117-81-7

Source: MD HB 643 (Toxic-Free Cosmetics Act)

CanadaBannedAnnex Table 1 (Prohibited)
Chemical name
Diethylhexyl phthalate
CAS
117-81-7
Conditions of use
Prohibited in cosmetics

Source: Health Canada Cosmetic Ingredient Hotlist

BrazilBannedAnnex RDC_529 #677
Chemical name
Ftalato de bis(2-etilhexila)
CAS
117-81-7

Source: ANVISA RDC 529

East Asia & Oceania3 regulations
South KoreaBannedAnnex banned #M703
Chemical name
Diethylhexyl Phthalate

Source: MFDS Korea Cosmetics Regulation

TaiwanRestrictedAnnex Prohibited Ingredients List #188
Chemical name
bis(2-Ethylhexyl) phthalate (Diethylhexyl phthalate)
CAS
117-81-7
Max concentration
100 ppm
Product type
contamination_limit
Conditions of use
化粧品於製造過程中,如因所需使用原料或其他因素,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鄰苯二甲酸酯類成分之殘留量,不得超過100ppm。
Other conditions
化粧品於製造過程中,如因所需使用原料或其他因素,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鄰苯二甲酸酯類成分之殘留量,不得超過100ppm。

Source: TFDA Cosmetics Regulations

AustraliaBannedAnnex Schedule 10 (Prohibited for Sale) #SUSMP Schedule 10
Chemical name
DIETHYLHEXYL PHTHALATE for cosmetic use

Source: TGA SUSMP F2026L00060

ASEAN6 regulations
SingaporeBannedAnnex ACD Annex II (Prohibited) #677
Chemical name
bis(2-Ethylhexyl) phthalate
CAS
117-81-7

Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)

MalaysiaBannedAnnex ACD Annex II (Prohibited) #677
Chemical name
bis(2-Ethylhexyl) phthalate
CAS
117-81-7

Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)

ThailandBannedAnnex ACD Annex II (Prohibited) #677
Chemical name
bis(2-Ethylhexyl) phthalate
CAS
117-81-7

Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)

IndonesiaBannedAnnex ACD Annex II (Prohibited) #677
Chemical name
bis(2-Ethylhexyl) phthalate
CAS
117-81-7

Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)

VietnamBannedAnnex ACD Annex II (Prohibited) #677
Chemical name
bis(2-Ethylhexyl) phthalate
CAS
117-81-7

Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)

PhilippinesBannedAnnex ACD Annex II (Prohibited) #677
Chemical name
bis(2-Ethylhexyl) phthalate
CAS
117-81-7

Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)

GCC6 regulations
UAEBannedAnnex II #677
Chemical name
bis(2-Ethylhexyl) phthalate; (Diethylhexyl phthalate)
CAS
117-81-7

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

Saudi ArabiaBannedAnnex II #677
Chemical name
bis(2-Ethylhexyl) phthalate; (Diethylhexyl phthalate)
CAS
117-81-7

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

QatarBannedAnnex II #677
Chemical name
bis(2-Ethylhexyl) phthalate; (Diethylhexyl phthalate)
CAS
117-81-7

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

OmanBannedAnnex II #677
Chemical name
bis(2-Ethylhexyl) phthalate; (Diethylhexyl phthalate)
CAS
117-81-7

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

KuwaitBannedAnnex II #677
Chemical name
bis(2-Ethylhexyl) phthalate; (Diethylhexyl phthalate)
CAS
117-81-7

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

BahrainBannedAnnex II #677
Chemical name
bis(2-Ethylhexyl) phthalate; (Diethylhexyl phthalate)
CAS
117-81-7

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

EAEUNo restrictions

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is DIETHYLHEXYL PHTHALATE banned in any country?

Yes, DIETHYLHEXYL PHTHALATE is banned in UAE, Australia, Bahrain, Brazil, Canada, European Union, Indonesia, South Korea, Kuwait, Malaysia, Oman, Philippines, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Thailand, United Kingdom, California, Maryland, Vietnam. Always check current regulations before formulating products for these markets.

What are the restrictions on DIETHYLHEXYL PHTHALATE in cosmetics?

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

Can I use DIETHYLHEXYL PHTHALATE in cosmetics?

DIETHYLHEXYL PHTHALATE is regulated in 21 markets. It is banned in UAE, Australia, Bahrain, Brazil, Canada, European Union, Indonesia, South Korea, Kuwait, Malaysia, Oman, Philippines, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Thailand, United Kingdom, California, Maryland, Vietnam. It has restrictions in Taiwan. 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.