KERATIN

RestrictedCAS 68238-35-71 regulation across 1 market

KERATIN is a cosmetic ingredient classified as Hair Conditioning. Also known as CAS 68238-35-7. It is regulated in 1 market including Canada.

Also Known As

CAS Number
68238-35-7

Market Overview — 29 Markets

European Union
United Kingdom
United States
California
Maryland
Washington
Canada1
Brazil
South Korea
Japan
Taiwan
Australia
Singapore
Malaysia
Thailand
Indonesia
Vietnam
Philippines
UAE
Saudi Arabia
Qatar
Oman
Kuwait
Bahrain
Russia
Belarus
Kazakhstan
Armenia
Kyrgyzstan

Detailed Regulations

EuropeNo restrictions

No specific restrictions for KERATIN in European Union, United Kingdom.

Americas1 regulation
CanadaRestrictedAnnex Table 2 (Restricted)
Chemical name
Keratin
Conditions of use
See "Human origin, substances of".

Source: Health Canada Cosmetic Ingredient Hotlist

East Asia & OceaniaNo restrictions

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

ASEANNo restrictions

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

GCCNo restrictions

No specific restrictions for KERATIN in UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Oman, Kuwait, Bahrain.

EAEUNo restrictions

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is KERATIN banned in any country?

KERATIN 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 KERATIN in cosmetics?

KERATIN is restricted or has conditions of use in Canada. Restrictions may include maximum concentration limits, product type limitations, or mandatory labeling requirements. See the detailed regulations above for specifics.

Can I use KERATIN 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.