ETHYLHEXYL ETHYLHEXANOATE

BannedCAS 7425-14-115 regulations across 15 markets

ETHYLHEXYL ETHYLHEXANOATE is a cosmetic ingredient classified as Fragrance. Also known as CAS 7425-14-1. It is regulated in 15 markets including UAE, Bahrain, Canada.

Also Known As

CAS Number
7425-14-1

Market Overview — 29 Markets

European Union1
United Kingdom1
United States
California
Maryland
Washington
Canada1
Brazil
South Korea
Japan
Taiwan
Australia
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 #1491
Chemical name
2-Ethylhexyl-2-ethylhexanoate
CAS
7425-14-1

Source: EC 1223/2009 Annex II

United KingdomBannedAnnex II #1491
Chemical name
2-Ethylhexyl-2-ethylhexanoate
CAS
7425-14-1

Source: UK retained EC 1223/2009 Annex II

Americas1 regulation
CanadaRestrictedAnnex Table 2 (Restricted)
Chemical name
Ethylhexyl Ethylhexanoate
CAS
7425-14-1
Max concentration
0.1% 0.5% 0.6%
Conditions of use
a) Body lotion b) Foot lotion c) Face make-up

Source: Health Canada Cosmetic Ingredient Hotlist

East Asia & OceaniaNo restrictions

No specific restrictions for ETHYLHEXYL ETHYLHEXANOATE in South Korea, Japan, Taiwan, Australia.

ASEAN6 regulations
SingaporeBannedAnnex ACD Annex II (Prohibited) #1491
Chemical name
2-Ethylhexyl-2-ethylhexanoate
CAS
7425-14-1

Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)

MalaysiaBannedAnnex ACD Annex II (Prohibited) #1491
Chemical name
2-Ethylhexyl-2-ethylhexanoate
CAS
7425-14-1

Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)

ThailandBannedAnnex ACD Annex II (Prohibited) #1491
Chemical name
2-Ethylhexyl-2-ethylhexanoate
CAS
7425-14-1

Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)

IndonesiaBannedAnnex ACD Annex II (Prohibited) #1491
Chemical name
2-Ethylhexyl-2-ethylhexanoate
CAS
7425-14-1

Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)

VietnamBannedAnnex ACD Annex II (Prohibited) #1491
Chemical name
2-Ethylhexyl-2-ethylhexanoate
CAS
7425-14-1

Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)

PhilippinesBannedAnnex ACD Annex II (Prohibited) #1491
Chemical name
2-Ethylhexyl-2-ethylhexanoate
CAS
7425-14-1

Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)

GCC6 regulations
UAEBannedAnnex II #1491
Chemical name
2-Ethylhexyl-2-ethylhexanoate
CAS
7425-14-1

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

Saudi ArabiaBannedAnnex II #1491
Chemical name
2-Ethylhexyl-2-ethylhexanoate
CAS
7425-14-1

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

QatarBannedAnnex II #1491
Chemical name
2-Ethylhexyl-2-ethylhexanoate
CAS
7425-14-1

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

OmanBannedAnnex II #1491
Chemical name
2-Ethylhexyl-2-ethylhexanoate
CAS
7425-14-1

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

KuwaitBannedAnnex II #1491
Chemical name
2-Ethylhexyl-2-ethylhexanoate
CAS
7425-14-1

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

BahrainBannedAnnex II #1491
Chemical name
2-Ethylhexyl-2-ethylhexanoate
CAS
7425-14-1

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

EAEUNo restrictions

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is ETHYLHEXYL ETHYLHEXANOATE banned in any country?

Yes, ETHYLHEXYL ETHYLHEXANOATE 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 ETHYLHEXYL ETHYLHEXANOATE in cosmetics?

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

Can I use ETHYLHEXYL ETHYLHEXANOATE in cosmetics?

ETHYLHEXYL ETHYLHEXANOATE is regulated in 15 markets. It is banned in UAE, Bahrain, European Union, Indonesia, Kuwait, Malaysia, Oman, Philippines, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Thailand, United Kingdom, Vietnam. It has restrictions in Canada. 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.