HOMOSALATE
HOMOSALATE is a cosmetic ingredient classified as Fragrance. Also known as CAS 118-56-9. It is regulated in 21 markets including UAE, Armenia, Bahrain.
Also Known As
- CAS Number
- 118-56-9
Market Overview — 29 Markets
Detailed Regulations
Europe2 regulations
- Chemical name
- Benzoic acid, 2-hydroxy-, 3,3,5-trimethylcyclohexyl ester / Homosalate
- CAS
- 118-56-9
- Max concentration
- 7,34 %
- Product type
- Face products with the exception of propellent spray products
- Other conditions
- From 1 January 2025 cosmetic products containing that substance and not complying with the conditions shall not be placed on the Union market. From 1 July 2025 cosmetic products containing that substance and not complying with the conditions shall not be made available on the Union market.
Source: EC 1223/2009 Annex VI
- Chemical name
- Benzoic acid, 2-hydroxy-, 3,3,5-trimethylcyclohexyl ester/Homosalate
- CAS
- 118-56-9
- Max concentration
- 10 %
- Conditions of use
- Max: 10 %
Source: UK retained EC 1223/2009 Annex VI
Americas1 regulation
- Chemical name
- Salicilato de homomentila HOMOSALATE
- Max concentration
- 15%
Source: ANVISA RDC 600
East Asia & Oceania1 regulation
- Chemical name
- Homosalate
- Conditions of use
- * 배합한도 : 10%
Source: MFDS Korea Cosmetics Regulation
ASEAN6 regulations
- Chemical name
- Homosalate (INN)
- CAS
- 118-56-9
- Max concentration
- 7.34%
- Conditions of use
- Face products with the exception of propellent spray products
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- Homosalate (INN)
- CAS
- 118-56-9
- Max concentration
- 7.34%
- Conditions of use
- Face products with the exception of propellent spray products
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- Homosalate (INN)
- CAS
- 118-56-9
- Max concentration
- 7.34%
- Conditions of use
- Face products with the exception of propellent spray products
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- Homosalate (INN)
- CAS
- 118-56-9
- Max concentration
- 7.34%
- Conditions of use
- Face products with the exception of propellent spray products
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- Homosalate (INN)
- CAS
- 118-56-9
- Max concentration
- 7.34%
- Conditions of use
- Face products with the exception of propellent spray products
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- Homosalate (INN)
- CAS
- 118-56-9
- Max concentration
- 7.34%
- Conditions of use
- Face products with the exception of propellent spray products
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
GCC6 regulations
- Chemical name
- Benzoic acid, 2-hydroxy-, 3,3,5-trimethylcyclohexyl ester / Homosalate
- CAS
- 118-56-9
- Max concentration
- 7,34 %
- Product type
- Face products with the exception of propellent spray products
- Other conditions
- From 1 January 2025 cosmetic products containing that substance and not complying with the conditions shall not be placed on the Union market. From 1 July 2025 cosmetic products containing that substance and not complying with the conditions shall not be made available on the Union market.
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 VI)
- Chemical name
- Benzoic acid, 2-hydroxy-, 3,3,5-trimethylcyclohexyl ester / Homosalate
- CAS
- 118-56-9
- Max concentration
- 7,34 %
- Product type
- Face products with the exception of propellent spray products
- Other conditions
- From 1 January 2025 cosmetic products containing that substance and not complying with the conditions shall not be placed on the Union market. From 1 July 2025 cosmetic products containing that substance and not complying with the conditions shall not be made available on the Union market.
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 VI)
- Chemical name
- Benzoic acid, 2-hydroxy-, 3,3,5-trimethylcyclohexyl ester / Homosalate
- CAS
- 118-56-9
- Max concentration
- 7,34 %
- Product type
- Face products with the exception of propellent spray products
- Other conditions
- From 1 January 2025 cosmetic products containing that substance and not complying with the conditions shall not be placed on the Union market. From 1 July 2025 cosmetic products containing that substance and not complying with the conditions shall not be made available on the Union market.
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 VI)
- Chemical name
- Benzoic acid, 2-hydroxy-, 3,3,5-trimethylcyclohexyl ester / Homosalate
- CAS
- 118-56-9
- Max concentration
- 7,34 %
- Product type
- Face products with the exception of propellent spray products
- Other conditions
- From 1 January 2025 cosmetic products containing that substance and not complying with the conditions shall not be placed on the Union market. From 1 July 2025 cosmetic products containing that substance and not complying with the conditions shall not be made available on the Union market.
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 VI)
- Chemical name
- Benzoic acid, 2-hydroxy-, 3,3,5-trimethylcyclohexyl ester / Homosalate
- CAS
- 118-56-9
- Max concentration
- 7,34 %
- Product type
- Face products with the exception of propellent spray products
- Other conditions
- From 1 January 2025 cosmetic products containing that substance and not complying with the conditions shall not be placed on the Union market. From 1 July 2025 cosmetic products containing that substance and not complying with the conditions shall not be made available on the Union market.
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 VI)
- Chemical name
- Benzoic acid, 2-hydroxy-, 3,3,5-trimethylcyclohexyl ester / Homosalate
- CAS
- 118-56-9
- Max concentration
- 7,34 %
- Product type
- Face products with the exception of propellent spray products
- Other conditions
- From 1 January 2025 cosmetic products containing that substance and not complying with the conditions shall not be placed on the Union market. From 1 July 2025 cosmetic products containing that substance and not complying with the conditions shall not be made available on the Union market.
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 VI)
EAEU5 regulations
- Chemical name
- Бензойная кислота, 2-гидрокси-3,3,5-триметилциклогексил эфир/Гомосалат (Benzoic acid, 2-hydroxy-,3,3,5-trimethylcyclohexyl ester/Homosalate)
- CAS
- 118-56-9
- Max concentration
- 10 процентов
Source: TR CU 009/2011 Annex 5 (UV Filters) (Ref 3)
- Chemical name
- Бензойная кислота, 2-гидрокси-3,3,5-триметилциклогексил эфир/Гомосалат (Benzoic acid, 2-hydroxy-,3,3,5-trimethylcyclohexyl ester/Homosalate)
- CAS
- 118-56-9
- Max concentration
- 10 процентов
Source: TR CU 009/2011 Annex 5 (UV Filters) (Ref 3)
- Chemical name
- Бензойная кислота, 2-гидрокси-3,3,5-триметилциклогексил эфир/Гомосалат (Benzoic acid, 2-hydroxy-,3,3,5-trimethylcyclohexyl ester/Homosalate)
- CAS
- 118-56-9
- Max concentration
- 10 процентов
Source: TR CU 009/2011 Annex 5 (UV Filters) (Ref 3)
- Chemical name
- Бензойная кислота, 2-гидрокси-3,3,5-триметилциклогексил эфир/Гомосалат (Benzoic acid, 2-hydroxy-,3,3,5-trimethylcyclohexyl ester/Homosalate)
- CAS
- 118-56-9
- Max concentration
- 10 процентов
Source: TR CU 009/2011 Annex 5 (UV Filters) (Ref 3)
- Chemical name
- Бензойная кислота, 2-гидрокси-3,3,5-триметилциклогексил эфир/Гомосалат (Benzoic acid, 2-hydroxy-,3,3,5-trimethylcyclohexyl ester/Homosalate)
- CAS
- 118-56-9
- Max concentration
- 10 процентов
Source: TR CU 009/2011 Annex 5 (UV Filters) (Ref 3)
Frequently Asked Questions
Is HOMOSALATE banned in any country?
HOMOSALATE 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 HOMOSALATE in cosmetics?
HOMOSALATE 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 HOMOSALATE in cosmetics?
HOMOSALATE 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.