ETHYL PYRROLIDONE
ETHYL PYRROLIDONE is a cosmetic ingredient classified as Solvent. Also known as CAS 2687-91-4. It is regulated in 14 markets including UAE, Bahrain, European Union.
Also Known As
- CAS Number
- 2687-91-4
Market Overview — 29 Markets
Detailed Regulations
Europe2 regulations
- Chemical name
- N-Ethyl-2-pyrrolidone; 1-ethylpyrrolidin-2-one
- CAS
- 2687-91-4
Source: EC 1223/2009 Annex II
- Chemical name
- N -Ethyl-2-pyrrolidone; 1-ethylpyrrolidin-2-one
- CAS
- 2687-91-4
Source: UK retained EC 1223/2009 Annex II
AmericasNo restrictions
No specific restrictions for ETHYL PYRROLIDONE in United States, California, Maryland, Washington, Canada, Brazil.
East Asia & OceaniaNo restrictions
No specific restrictions for ETHYL PYRROLIDONE in South Korea, Japan, Taiwan, Australia.
ASEAN6 regulations
- Chemical name
- N-Ethyl-2-pyrrolidone; 1-ethylpyrrolidin-2-one
- CAS
- 2687-91-4
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- N-Ethyl-2-pyrrolidone; 1-ethylpyrrolidin-2-one
- CAS
- 2687-91-4
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- N-Ethyl-2-pyrrolidone; 1-ethylpyrrolidin-2-one
- CAS
- 2687-91-4
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- N-Ethyl-2-pyrrolidone; 1-ethylpyrrolidin-2-one
- CAS
- 2687-91-4
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- N-Ethyl-2-pyrrolidone; 1-ethylpyrrolidin-2-one
- CAS
- 2687-91-4
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- N-Ethyl-2-pyrrolidone; 1-ethylpyrrolidin-2-one
- CAS
- 2687-91-4
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
GCC6 regulations
- Chemical name
- N-Ethyl-2-pyrrolidone; 1-ethylpyrrolidin-2-one
- CAS
- 2687-91-4
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 II)
- Chemical name
- N-Ethyl-2-pyrrolidone; 1-ethylpyrrolidin-2-one
- CAS
- 2687-91-4
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 II)
- Chemical name
- N-Ethyl-2-pyrrolidone; 1-ethylpyrrolidin-2-one
- CAS
- 2687-91-4
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 II)
- Chemical name
- N-Ethyl-2-pyrrolidone; 1-ethylpyrrolidin-2-one
- CAS
- 2687-91-4
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 II)
- Chemical name
- N-Ethyl-2-pyrrolidone; 1-ethylpyrrolidin-2-one
- CAS
- 2687-91-4
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 II)
- Chemical name
- N-Ethyl-2-pyrrolidone; 1-ethylpyrrolidin-2-one
- CAS
- 2687-91-4
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 II)
EAEUNo restrictions
No specific restrictions for ETHYL PYRROLIDONE in Russia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Armenia, Kyrgyzstan.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is ETHYL PYRROLIDONE banned in any country?
Yes, ETHYL PYRROLIDONE is banned in UAE, Bahrain, European Union, Indonesia, Kuwait, Malaysia, Oman, Philippines, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Thailand, United Kingdom, Vietnam. Always check current regulations before formulating products for these markets.
What are the restrictions on ETHYL PYRROLIDONE in cosmetics?
ETHYL PYRROLIDONE is banned in UAE, Bahrain, European Union, Indonesia, Kuwait, Malaysia, Oman, Philippines, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Thailand, United Kingdom, Vietnam and has no specific restrictions in other tracked markets.
Can I use ETHYL PYRROLIDONE in cosmetics?
ETHYL PYRROLIDONE is regulated in 14 markets. It is banned in UAE, Bahrain, European Union, Indonesia, Kuwait, Malaysia, Oman, Philippines, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Thailand, 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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Check Ingredients FreeThis 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.