EPICHLOROHYDRIN

BannedCAS 106-89-820 regulations across 19 markets

EPICHLOROHYDRIN is a cosmetic ingredient classified as Not Reported. Also known as CAS 106-89-8. It is regulated in 19 markets including UAE, Australia, Bahrain.

Also Known As

CAS Number
106-89-8

Market Overview — 29 Markets

European Union1
United Kingdom1
United States
California1
Maryland
Washington
Canada1
Brazil
South Korea2
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 #657
Chemical name
1-Chloro-2,3-epoxypropane (Epichlorohydrin)
CAS
106-89-8

Source: EC 1223/2009 Annex II

United KingdomBannedAnnex II #657
Chemical name
1-Chloro-2,3-epoxypropane (Epichlorohydrin)
CAS
106-89-8

Source: UK retained EC 1223/2009 Annex II

Americas2 regulations
CaliforniaRestrictedAnnex PROP65
Chemical name
Epichlorohydrin
CAS
106-89-8
Conditions of use
Warning required under California Proposition 65

Source: California Prop 65 (OEHHA)

CanadaBannedAnnex Table 1 (Prohibited)
Chemical name
Epichlorohydrin
CAS
106-89-8
Conditions of use
Prohibited in cosmetics

Source: Health Canada Cosmetic Ingredient Hotlist

East Asia & Oceania4 regulations
South KoreaBannedAnnex banned #M381
Chemical name
Epichlorohydrin

Source: MFDS Korea Cosmetics Regulation

South KoreaBannedAnnex banned #M39
Chemical name
1-Chloro-2,3-epoxypropane
CAS
106-89-8

Source: MFDS Korea Cosmetics Regulation

TaiwanBannedAnnex Prohibited Ingredients List #141
Chemical name
1-Chloro-2,3-epoxypropane (Epichlorohydrin)
CAS
106-89-8

Source: TFDA Cosmetics Regulations

AustraliaRestrictedAnnex Schedule 7 (Dangerous Poison) #SUSMP Schedule 7
Chemical name
EPICHLOROHYDRIN

Source: TGA SUSMP F2026L00060

ASEAN6 regulations
SingaporeBannedAnnex ACD Annex II (Prohibited) #657
Chemical name
1-Chloro-2,3-epoxypropane
CAS
106-89-8

Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)

MalaysiaBannedAnnex ACD Annex II (Prohibited) #657
Chemical name
1-Chloro-2,3-epoxypropane
CAS
106-89-8

Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)

ThailandBannedAnnex ACD Annex II (Prohibited) #657
Chemical name
1-Chloro-2,3-epoxypropane
CAS
106-89-8

Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)

IndonesiaBannedAnnex ACD Annex II (Prohibited) #657
Chemical name
1-Chloro-2,3-epoxypropane
CAS
106-89-8

Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)

VietnamBannedAnnex ACD Annex II (Prohibited) #657
Chemical name
1-Chloro-2,3-epoxypropane
CAS
106-89-8

Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)

PhilippinesBannedAnnex ACD Annex II (Prohibited) #657
Chemical name
1-Chloro-2,3-epoxypropane
CAS
106-89-8

Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)

GCC6 regulations
UAEBannedAnnex II #657
Chemical name
1-Chloro-2,3-epoxypropane (Epichlorohydrin)
CAS
106-89-8

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

Saudi ArabiaBannedAnnex II #657
Chemical name
1-Chloro-2,3-epoxypropane (Epichlorohydrin)
CAS
106-89-8

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

QatarBannedAnnex II #657
Chemical name
1-Chloro-2,3-epoxypropane (Epichlorohydrin)
CAS
106-89-8

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

OmanBannedAnnex II #657
Chemical name
1-Chloro-2,3-epoxypropane (Epichlorohydrin)
CAS
106-89-8

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

KuwaitBannedAnnex II #657
Chemical name
1-Chloro-2,3-epoxypropane (Epichlorohydrin)
CAS
106-89-8

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

BahrainBannedAnnex II #657
Chemical name
1-Chloro-2,3-epoxypropane (Epichlorohydrin)
CAS
106-89-8

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

EAEUNo restrictions

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is EPICHLOROHYDRIN banned in any country?

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

What are the restrictions on EPICHLOROHYDRIN in cosmetics?

EPICHLOROHYDRIN 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 EPICHLOROHYDRIN in cosmetics?

EPICHLOROHYDRIN is regulated in 19 markets. It is banned in UAE, Bahrain, Canada, European Union, Indonesia, South Korea, Kuwait, Malaysia, Oman, Philippines, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Thailand, Taiwan, United Kingdom, Vietnam. 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.