ETHYLHEXYL DIMETHYL PABA
ETHYLHEXYL DIMETHYL PABA is a cosmetic ingredient classified as Light Stabilizer. Also known as CAS 21245-02-3. It is regulated in 21 markets including UAE, Armenia, Bahrain.
Also Known As
- CAS Number
- 21245-02-3
Market Overview — 29 Markets
Detailed Regulations
Europe2 regulations
- Chemical name
- 2-Ethylhexyl 4-(dimethylamino)benzoate / Padimate O (USAN:BAN)
- CAS
- 21245-02-3
- Max concentration
- 8%
Source: EC 1223/2009 Annex VI
- Chemical name
- 2-Ethylhexyl 4-(dimethylamino)benzoate/Padimate O (USAN:BAN)
- CAS
- 21245-02-3
- Max concentration
- 8 %
- Conditions of use
- Max: 8 %
Source: UK retained EC 1223/2009 Annex VI
Americas1 regulation
- Chemical name
- 4 - Dimetil-aminobenzoato de 2 - etilhexila ETHYLHEXYL DIMETHYL PABA
- Max concentration
- 8%
Source: ANVISA RDC 600
East Asia & Oceania1 regulation
- Chemical name
- Ethylhexyl Dimethyl PABA
- Conditions of use
- * 배합한도 : 8%
Source: MFDS Korea Cosmetics Regulation
ASEAN6 regulations
- Chemical name
- 4-Dimethylaminobenzoate of ethyl-2-hexyl (octyl dimethyl PABA)
- CAS
- 21245-02-3
- Max concentration
- 8%
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- 4-Dimethylaminobenzoate of ethyl-2-hexyl (octyl dimethyl PABA)
- CAS
- 21245-02-3
- Max concentration
- 8%
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- 4-Dimethylaminobenzoate of ethyl-2-hexyl (octyl dimethyl PABA)
- CAS
- 21245-02-3
- Max concentration
- 8%
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- 4-Dimethylaminobenzoate of ethyl-2-hexyl (octyl dimethyl PABA)
- CAS
- 21245-02-3
- Max concentration
- 8%
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- 4-Dimethylaminobenzoate of ethyl-2-hexyl (octyl dimethyl PABA)
- CAS
- 21245-02-3
- Max concentration
- 8%
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- 4-Dimethylaminobenzoate of ethyl-2-hexyl (octyl dimethyl PABA)
- CAS
- 21245-02-3
- Max concentration
- 8%
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
GCC6 regulations
- Chemical name
- 2-Ethylhexyl 4-(dimethylamino)benzoate / Padimate O (USAN:BAN)
- CAS
- 21245-02-3
- Max concentration
- 8%
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 VI)
- Chemical name
- 2-Ethylhexyl 4-(dimethylamino)benzoate / Padimate O (USAN:BAN)
- CAS
- 21245-02-3
- Max concentration
- 8%
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 VI)
- Chemical name
- 2-Ethylhexyl 4-(dimethylamino)benzoate / Padimate O (USAN:BAN)
- CAS
- 21245-02-3
- Max concentration
- 8%
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 VI)
- Chemical name
- 2-Ethylhexyl 4-(dimethylamino)benzoate / Padimate O (USAN:BAN)
- CAS
- 21245-02-3
- Max concentration
- 8%
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 VI)
- Chemical name
- 2-Ethylhexyl 4-(dimethylamino)benzoate / Padimate O (USAN:BAN)
- CAS
- 21245-02-3
- Max concentration
- 8%
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 VI)
- Chemical name
- 2-Ethylhexyl 4-(dimethylamino)benzoate / Padimate O (USAN:BAN)
- CAS
- 21245-02-3
- Max concentration
- 8%
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 VI)
EAEU5 regulations
- Chemical name
- 2-Этилгексил 4-диметилами-но) бензоат/Падимат O 2-Ethylhexyl 4-(dimethylamino)benzoate/Padimate O (USAN:BAN)
- CAS
- 21245-02-3
- Max concentration
- 8 процентов
Source: TR CU 009/2011 Annex 5 (UV Filters) (Ref 21)
- Chemical name
- 2-Этилгексил 4-диметилами-но) бензоат/Падимат O 2-Ethylhexyl 4-(dimethylamino)benzoate/Padimate O (USAN:BAN)
- CAS
- 21245-02-3
- Max concentration
- 8 процентов
Source: TR CU 009/2011 Annex 5 (UV Filters) (Ref 21)
- Chemical name
- 2-Этилгексил 4-диметилами-но) бензоат/Падимат O 2-Ethylhexyl 4-(dimethylamino)benzoate/Padimate O (USAN:BAN)
- CAS
- 21245-02-3
- Max concentration
- 8 процентов
Source: TR CU 009/2011 Annex 5 (UV Filters) (Ref 21)
- Chemical name
- 2-Этилгексил 4-диметилами-но) бензоат/Падимат O 2-Ethylhexyl 4-(dimethylamino)benzoate/Padimate O (USAN:BAN)
- CAS
- 21245-02-3
- Max concentration
- 8 процентов
Source: TR CU 009/2011 Annex 5 (UV Filters) (Ref 21)
- Chemical name
- 2-Этилгексил 4-диметилами-но) бензоат/Падимат O 2-Ethylhexyl 4-(dimethylamino)benzoate/Padimate O (USAN:BAN)
- CAS
- 21245-02-3
- Max concentration
- 8 процентов
Source: TR CU 009/2011 Annex 5 (UV Filters) (Ref 21)
Frequently Asked Questions
Is ETHYLHEXYL DIMETHYL PABA banned in any country?
ETHYLHEXYL DIMETHYL PABA is not banned in any of the 26 markets tracked by Formpli. However, it may be subject to restrictions or conditions of use in some markets.
What are the restrictions on ETHYLHEXYL DIMETHYL PABA in cosmetics?
ETHYLHEXYL DIMETHYL PABA is restricted or has conditions of use in UAE, Armenia, Bahrain, Brazil, Belarus, European Union, Indonesia, Kyrgyzstan, South Korea, Kuwait, Kazakhstan, Malaysia, Oman, Philippines, Qatar, Russia, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Thailand, 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 ETHYLHEXYL DIMETHYL PABA in cosmetics?
ETHYLHEXYL DIMETHYL PABA is regulated in 21 markets. It has restrictions in UAE, Armenia, Bahrain, Brazil, Belarus, European Union, Indonesia, Kyrgyzstan, South Korea, Kuwait, Kazakhstan, Malaysia, Oman, Philippines, Qatar, Russia, 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.