HYDROXYCITRONELLAL

RestrictedCAS 107-75-510 regulations across 9 markets

HYDROXYCITRONELLAL is a cosmetic ingredient classified as Perfuming. Also known as CAS 107-75-5. It is regulated in 9 markets including UAE, Bahrain, Brazil.

Also Known As

CAS Number
107-75-5

Market Overview — 29 Markets

European Union1
United Kingdom2
United States
California
Maryland
Washington
Canada
Brazil1
South Korea
Japan
Taiwan
Australia
Singapore
Malaysia
Thailand
Indonesia
Vietnam
Philippines
UAE1
Saudi Arabia1
Qatar1
Oman1
Kuwait1
Bahrain1
Russia
Belarus
Kazakhstan
Armenia
Kyrgyzstan

Detailed Regulations

Europe3 regulations
European UnionRestrictedAnnex III #72
Chemical name
Hydroxycitronellal
CAS
107-75-5
Max concentration
(b) 1,0 %
Product type
(a) Oral products (b) Other products
Other conditions
(a) (b) The presence of the substance must be indicated in the list of ingredients referred to in Article 19(1)(g) when its concentration exceeds: — 0,001 % in leave-on products — 0,01 % in rinse-off products

Source: EC 1223/2009 Annex III

United KingdomRestrictedAnnex III #72
Chemical name
7-Hydroxycitronellal
CAS
107-75-5
Product type
(a) Oral products
Other conditions
(a) (b) The presence of the substance must be indicated in the list of ingredients referred to in Article 19(1)(g) when its concentration exceeds: 0,001 % in leave-on products 0,01 % in rinse-off products

Source: UK retained EC 1223/2009 Annex III

United KingdomRestrictedAnnex III #72
Chemical name
7-Hydroxycitronellal
CAS
107-75-5
Max concentration
(b) 1,0 %
Product type
(b) Other products
Conditions of use
Max: (b) 1,0 %
Other conditions
(a) (b) The presence of the substance must be indicated in the list of ingredients referred to in Article 19(1)(g) when its concentration exceeds: 0,001 % in leave-on products 0,01 % in rinse-off products

Source: UK retained EC 1223/2009 Annex III

Americas1 regulation
BrazilRestrictedAnnex RDC_530 #20
CAS
107-75-5

Source: ANVISA RDC 530

East Asia & OceaniaNo restrictions

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

ASEANNo restrictions

No specific restrictions for HYDROXYCITRONELLAL in Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia, Vietnam, Philippines.

GCC6 regulations
UAERestrictedAnnex III #72
Chemical name
Hydroxycitronellal
CAS
107-75-5
Max concentration
(b) 1,0 %
Product type
(a) Oral products (b) Other products
Other conditions
(a) (b) The presence of the substance must be indicated in the list of ingredients referred to in Article 19(1)(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)

Saudi ArabiaRestrictedAnnex III #72
Chemical name
Hydroxycitronellal
CAS
107-75-5
Max concentration
(b) 1,0 %
Product type
(a) Oral products (b) Other products
Other conditions
(a) (b) The presence of the substance must be indicated in the list of ingredients referred to in Article 19(1)(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)

QatarRestrictedAnnex III #72
Chemical name
Hydroxycitronellal
CAS
107-75-5
Max concentration
(b) 1,0 %
Product type
(a) Oral products (b) Other products
Other conditions
(a) (b) The presence of the substance must be indicated in the list of ingredients referred to in Article 19(1)(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)

OmanRestrictedAnnex III #72
Chemical name
Hydroxycitronellal
CAS
107-75-5
Max concentration
(b) 1,0 %
Product type
(a) Oral products (b) Other products
Other conditions
(a) (b) The presence of the substance must be indicated in the list of ingredients referred to in Article 19(1)(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)

KuwaitRestrictedAnnex III #72
Chemical name
Hydroxycitronellal
CAS
107-75-5
Max concentration
(b) 1,0 %
Product type
(a) Oral products (b) Other products
Other conditions
(a) (b) The presence of the substance must be indicated in the list of ingredients referred to in Article 19(1)(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)

BahrainRestrictedAnnex III #72
Chemical name
Hydroxycitronellal
CAS
107-75-5
Max concentration
(b) 1,0 %
Product type
(a) Oral products (b) Other products
Other conditions
(a) (b) The presence of the substance must be indicated in the list of ingredients referred to in Article 19(1)(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 HYDROXYCITRONELLAL in Russia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Armenia, Kyrgyzstan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is HYDROXYCITRONELLAL banned in any country?

HYDROXYCITRONELLAL 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 HYDROXYCITRONELLAL in cosmetics?

HYDROXYCITRONELLAL is restricted or has conditions of use in UAE, Bahrain, Brazil, European Union, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, United Kingdom. Restrictions may include maximum concentration limits, product type limitations, or mandatory labeling requirements. See the detailed regulations above for specifics.

Can I use HYDROXYCITRONELLAL in cosmetics?

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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.