ISOPROPYL CRESOLS

RestrictedCAS 3228-02-215 regulations across 15 markets

ISOPROPYL CRESOLS is a cosmetic ingredient classified as Preservative. Also known as CAS 3228-02-2. It is regulated in 15 markets including UAE, Bahrain, European Union.

Also Known As

CAS Number
3228-02-2

Market Overview — 29 Markets

European Union1
United Kingdom1
United States
California
Maryland
Washington
Canada
Brazil
South Korea1
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 UnionRestrictedAnnex V #38
Chemical name
4-Isopropyl-m-cresol
CAS
3228-02-2
Max concentration
0.1%

Source: EC 1223/2009 Annex V

United KingdomRestrictedAnnex V #38
Chemical name
4-Isopropyl-m-cresol
CAS
3228-02-2
Max concentration
0,1 %
Conditions of use
Max: 0,1 %

Source: UK retained EC 1223/2009 Annex V

AmericasNo restrictions

No specific restrictions for ISOPROPYL CRESOLS in United States, California, Maryland, Washington, Canada, Brazil.

East Asia & Oceania1 regulation
South KoreaRestrictedAnnex restricted #M1276
Chemical name
Isopropyl Cresols
Conditions of use
* 배합한도 : 0.1%

Source: MFDS Korea Cosmetics Regulation

ASEAN6 regulations
SingaporeRestrictedAnnex ACD Annex VI (Preservatives) #38
Chemical name
4-Isopropyl-m-cresol
CAS
3228-02-2
Max concentration
0.1%

Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)

MalaysiaRestrictedAnnex ACD Annex VI (Preservatives) #38
Chemical name
4-Isopropyl-m-cresol
CAS
3228-02-2
Max concentration
0.1%

Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)

ThailandRestrictedAnnex ACD Annex VI (Preservatives) #38
Chemical name
4-Isopropyl-m-cresol
CAS
3228-02-2
Max concentration
0.1%

Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)

IndonesiaRestrictedAnnex ACD Annex VI (Preservatives) #38
Chemical name
4-Isopropyl-m-cresol
CAS
3228-02-2
Max concentration
0.1%

Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)

VietnamRestrictedAnnex ACD Annex VI (Preservatives) #38
Chemical name
4-Isopropyl-m-cresol
CAS
3228-02-2
Max concentration
0.1%

Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)

PhilippinesRestrictedAnnex ACD Annex VI (Preservatives) #38
Chemical name
4-Isopropyl-m-cresol
CAS
3228-02-2
Max concentration
0.1%

Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)

GCC6 regulations
UAERestrictedAnnex V #38
Chemical name
4-Isopropyl-m-cresol
CAS
3228-02-2
Max concentration
0.1%

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

Saudi ArabiaRestrictedAnnex V #38
Chemical name
4-Isopropyl-m-cresol
CAS
3228-02-2
Max concentration
0.1%

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

QatarRestrictedAnnex V #38
Chemical name
4-Isopropyl-m-cresol
CAS
3228-02-2
Max concentration
0.1%

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

OmanRestrictedAnnex V #38
Chemical name
4-Isopropyl-m-cresol
CAS
3228-02-2
Max concentration
0.1%

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

KuwaitRestrictedAnnex V #38
Chemical name
4-Isopropyl-m-cresol
CAS
3228-02-2
Max concentration
0.1%

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

BahrainRestrictedAnnex V #38
Chemical name
4-Isopropyl-m-cresol
CAS
3228-02-2
Max concentration
0.1%

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

EAEUNo restrictions

No specific restrictions for ISOPROPYL CRESOLS in Russia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Armenia, Kyrgyzstan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is ISOPROPYL CRESOLS banned in any country?

ISOPROPYL CRESOLS 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 ISOPROPYL CRESOLS in cosmetics?

ISOPROPYL CRESOLS is restricted or has conditions of use in UAE, Bahrain, European Union, Indonesia, South Korea, Kuwait, Malaysia, Oman, Philippines, Qatar, 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 ISOPROPYL CRESOLS in cosmetics?

ISOPROPYL CRESOLS is regulated in 15 markets. It has restrictions in UAE, Bahrain, European Union, Indonesia, South Korea, Kuwait, Malaysia, Oman, Philippines, Qatar, 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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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.