ISOEUGENOL
ISOEUGENOL is a cosmetic ingredient classified as Flavouring. Also known as CAS 97-54-1. It is regulated in 10 markets including UAE, Australia, Bahrain.
Also Known As
- CAS Number
- 5912-86-7, 5932-68-3, 97-54-1
Market Overview — 29 Markets
Detailed Regulations
Europe3 regulations
- Chemical name
- Phenol, 2-methoxy-4-(1-propenyl); (E)-2-methoxy-4-(prop-1-enyl)phenol;(trans-Isoeugenol); (Z)-2-methoxy-4-(prop-1-enyl)phenol;(cis-Isoeugenol)
- CAS
- 97-54-1; 5932-68-3; 5912-86-7
- Max concentration
- b) 0,02 %
- Product type
- (a) Oral products (b) Other products
- Other conditions
- (a) (b) 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
- Chemical name
- Phenol, 2-methoxy-4-(1-propenyl)
- CAS
- 97-54-1/5932-68-3
- 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
- Chemical name
- Phenol, 2-methoxy-4-(1-propenyl)
- CAS
- 97-54-1/5932-68-3
- Max concentration
- (b) 0,02 %
- Product type
- (b) Other products
- Conditions of use
- Max: (b) 0,02 %
- 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
- CAS
- 97-54-1
Source: ANVISA RDC 530
East Asia & Oceania1 regulation
- Chemical name
- ISOEUGENOL except
- Conditions of use
- (a) when included in Schedule 5; or (b) in preparations not intended for skin contact containing 10% or less of isoeugenol; or (c) in preparations intended for skin contact containing 0.02% or less of isoeugenol.
Source: TGA SUSMP F2026L00060
ASEANNo restrictions
No specific restrictions for ISOEUGENOL in Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia, Vietnam, Philippines.
GCC6 regulations
- Chemical name
- Phenol, 2-methoxy-4-(1-propenyl); (E)-2-methoxy-4-(prop-1-enyl)phenol;(trans-Isoeugenol); (Z)-2-methoxy-4-(prop-1-enyl)phenol;(cis-Isoeugenol)
- CAS
- 97-54-1; 5932-68-3; 5912-86-7
- Max concentration
- b) 0,02 %
- Product type
- (a) Oral products (b) Other products
- Other conditions
- (a) (b) 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
- Phenol, 2-methoxy-4-(1-propenyl); (E)-2-methoxy-4-(prop-1-enyl)phenol;(trans-Isoeugenol); (Z)-2-methoxy-4-(prop-1-enyl)phenol;(cis-Isoeugenol)
- CAS
- 97-54-1; 5932-68-3; 5912-86-7
- Max concentration
- b) 0,02 %
- Product type
- (a) Oral products (b) Other products
- Other conditions
- (a) (b) 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
- Phenol, 2-methoxy-4-(1-propenyl); (E)-2-methoxy-4-(prop-1-enyl)phenol;(trans-Isoeugenol); (Z)-2-methoxy-4-(prop-1-enyl)phenol;(cis-Isoeugenol)
- CAS
- 97-54-1; 5932-68-3; 5912-86-7
- Max concentration
- b) 0,02 %
- Product type
- (a) Oral products (b) Other products
- Other conditions
- (a) (b) 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
- Phenol, 2-methoxy-4-(1-propenyl); (E)-2-methoxy-4-(prop-1-enyl)phenol;(trans-Isoeugenol); (Z)-2-methoxy-4-(prop-1-enyl)phenol;(cis-Isoeugenol)
- CAS
- 97-54-1; 5932-68-3; 5912-86-7
- Max concentration
- b) 0,02 %
- Product type
- (a) Oral products (b) Other products
- Other conditions
- (a) (b) 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
- Phenol, 2-methoxy-4-(1-propenyl); (E)-2-methoxy-4-(prop-1-enyl)phenol;(trans-Isoeugenol); (Z)-2-methoxy-4-(prop-1-enyl)phenol;(cis-Isoeugenol)
- CAS
- 97-54-1; 5932-68-3; 5912-86-7
- Max concentration
- b) 0,02 %
- Product type
- (a) Oral products (b) Other products
- Other conditions
- (a) (b) 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
- Phenol, 2-methoxy-4-(1-propenyl); (E)-2-methoxy-4-(prop-1-enyl)phenol;(trans-Isoeugenol); (Z)-2-methoxy-4-(prop-1-enyl)phenol;(cis-Isoeugenol)
- CAS
- 97-54-1; 5932-68-3; 5912-86-7
- Max concentration
- b) 0,02 %
- Product type
- (a) Oral products (b) Other products
- Other conditions
- (a) (b) 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 ISOEUGENOL in Russia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Armenia, Kyrgyzstan.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is ISOEUGENOL banned in any country?
ISOEUGENOL 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 ISOEUGENOL in cosmetics?
ISOEUGENOL is restricted or has conditions of use in UAE, Australia, 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 ISOEUGENOL in cosmetics?
ISOEUGENOL is regulated in 10 markets. It has restrictions in UAE, Australia, Bahrain, Brazil, European Union, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, United Kingdom. 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.