HEXADECANOLACTONE
HEXADECANOLACTONE is a cosmetic ingredient classified as Fragrance. Also known as CAS 109-29-5. It is regulated in 13 markets including UAE, Bahrain, European Union.
Also Known As
- CAS Number
- 109-29-5
Market Overview — 29 Markets
Detailed Regulations
Europe1 regulation
- Chemical name
- Oxacyclohepta- decan-2-one
- CAS
- 109-29-5
- Other conditions
- The presence of the substance shall be indicated in the list of ingredients referred to in Article 19(1), point (g), when its concentration exceeds: — 0,001 % in leave-on products — 0,01 % in rinse-off products.
Source: EC 1223/2009 Annex III
AmericasNo restrictions
No specific restrictions for HEXADECANOLACTONE in United States, California, Maryland, Washington, Canada, Brazil.
East Asia & OceaniaNo restrictions
No specific restrictions for HEXADECANOLACTONE in South Korea, Japan, Taiwan, Australia.
ASEAN6 regulations
- Chemical name
- Indigofera tinctoria , dried and pulverised leaves of Indigofera tinctoria L Indigofera tinctoria leaf Indigofera tinctoria leaf powder Indigofera tinctoria leaf extract Indigofera tinctoria extract 84775- 63-3
- Max concentration
- 25%
- Product type
- Hair dye substance in non- oxidative hair dye products
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- Indigofera tinctoria , dried and pulverised leaves of Indigofera tinctoria L Indigofera tinctoria leaf Indigofera tinctoria leaf powder Indigofera tinctoria leaf extract Indigofera tinctoria extract 84775- 63-3
- Max concentration
- 25%
- Product type
- Hair dye substance in non- oxidative hair dye products
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- Indigofera tinctoria , dried and pulverised leaves of Indigofera tinctoria L Indigofera tinctoria leaf Indigofera tinctoria leaf powder Indigofera tinctoria leaf extract Indigofera tinctoria extract 84775- 63-3
- Max concentration
- 25%
- Product type
- Hair dye substance in non- oxidative hair dye products
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- Indigofera tinctoria , dried and pulverised leaves of Indigofera tinctoria L Indigofera tinctoria leaf Indigofera tinctoria leaf powder Indigofera tinctoria leaf extract Indigofera tinctoria extract 84775- 63-3
- Max concentration
- 25%
- Product type
- Hair dye substance in non- oxidative hair dye products
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- Indigofera tinctoria , dried and pulverised leaves of Indigofera tinctoria L Indigofera tinctoria leaf Indigofera tinctoria leaf powder Indigofera tinctoria leaf extract Indigofera tinctoria extract 84775- 63-3
- Max concentration
- 25%
- Product type
- Hair dye substance in non- oxidative hair dye products
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- Indigofera tinctoria , dried and pulverised leaves of Indigofera tinctoria L Indigofera tinctoria leaf Indigofera tinctoria leaf powder Indigofera tinctoria leaf extract Indigofera tinctoria extract 84775- 63-3
- Max concentration
- 25%
- Product type
- Hair dye substance in non- oxidative hair dye products
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
GCC6 regulations
- Chemical name
- Oxacyclohepta- decan-2-one
- CAS
- 109-29-5
- Other conditions
- The presence of the substance shall be indicated in the list of ingredients referred to in Article 19(1), point (g), when its concentration exceeds: — 0,001 % in leave-on products — 0,01 % in rinse-off products.
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 III)
- Chemical name
- Oxacyclohepta- decan-2-one
- CAS
- 109-29-5
- Other conditions
- The presence of the substance shall be indicated in the list of ingredients referred to in Article 19(1), point (g), when its concentration exceeds: — 0,001 % in leave-on products — 0,01 % in rinse-off products.
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 III)
- Chemical name
- Oxacyclohepta- decan-2-one
- CAS
- 109-29-5
- Other conditions
- The presence of the substance shall be indicated in the list of ingredients referred to in Article 19(1), point (g), when its concentration exceeds: — 0,001 % in leave-on products — 0,01 % in rinse-off products.
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 III)
- Chemical name
- Oxacyclohepta- decan-2-one
- CAS
- 109-29-5
- Other conditions
- The presence of the substance shall be indicated in the list of ingredients referred to in Article 19(1), point (g), when its concentration exceeds: — 0,001 % in leave-on products — 0,01 % in rinse-off products.
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 III)
- Chemical name
- Oxacyclohepta- decan-2-one
- CAS
- 109-29-5
- Other conditions
- The presence of the substance shall be indicated in the list of ingredients referred to in Article 19(1), point (g), when its concentration exceeds: — 0,001 % in leave-on products — 0,01 % in rinse-off products.
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 III)
- Chemical name
- Oxacyclohepta- decan-2-one
- CAS
- 109-29-5
- Other conditions
- The presence of the substance shall be indicated in the list of ingredients referred to in Article 19(1), point (g), when its concentration exceeds: — 0,001 % in leave-on products — 0,01 % in rinse-off products.
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 III)
EAEUNo restrictions
No specific restrictions for HEXADECANOLACTONE in Russia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Armenia, Kyrgyzstan.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is HEXADECANOLACTONE banned in any country?
HEXADECANOLACTONE 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 HEXADECANOLACTONE in cosmetics?
HEXADECANOLACTONE is restricted or has conditions of use in UAE, Bahrain, European Union, Indonesia, Kuwait, Malaysia, Oman, Philippines, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Thailand, Vietnam. Restrictions may include maximum concentration limits, product type limitations, or mandatory labeling requirements. See the detailed regulations above for specifics.
Can I use HEXADECANOLACTONE in cosmetics?
HEXADECANOLACTONE is regulated in 13 markets. It has restrictions in UAE, Bahrain, European Union, Indonesia, Kuwait, Malaysia, Oman, Philippines, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Thailand, 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.