KOJIC ACID
KOJIC ACID is a cosmetic ingredient classified as Antioxidant. Also known as CAS 501-30-4. It is regulated in 8 markets including UAE, Bahrain, European Union.
Also Known As
- CAS Number
- 501-30-4
Market Overview — 29 Markets
Detailed Regulations
Europe1 regulation
- Chemical name
- 5-Hydroxy-2-(hydroxymethyl)-4H-pyrane-4-one
- CAS
- 501-30-4
- Max concentration
- 1 %
- Product type
- Face and hand products
- Other conditions
- From 1 February 2025 cosmetic products containing that substance and not complying with the conditions shall not be placed on the Union market. From 1 November 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 III
AmericasNo restrictions
No specific restrictions for KOJIC ACID in United States, California, Maryland, Washington, Canada, Brazil.
East Asia & Oceania1 regulation
- Chemical name
- 5-Hydroxy-2-hydroxymethyl-4-pyrone
- CAS
- 501-30-4
- Max concentration
- 2%
Source: TFDA Cosmetics Regulations
ASEANNo restrictions
No specific restrictions for KOJIC ACID in Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia, Vietnam, Philippines.
GCC6 regulations
- Chemical name
- 5-Hydroxy-2-(hydroxymethyl)-4H-pyrane-4-one
- CAS
- 501-30-4
- Max concentration
- 1 %
- Product type
- Face and hand products
- Other conditions
- From 1 February 2025 cosmetic products containing that substance and not complying with the conditions shall not be placed on the Union market. From 1 November 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 III)
- Chemical name
- 5-Hydroxy-2-(hydroxymethyl)-4H-pyrane-4-one
- CAS
- 501-30-4
- Max concentration
- 1 %
- Product type
- Face and hand products
- Other conditions
- From 1 February 2025 cosmetic products containing that substance and not complying with the conditions shall not be placed on the Union market. From 1 November 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 III)
- Chemical name
- 5-Hydroxy-2-(hydroxymethyl)-4H-pyrane-4-one
- CAS
- 501-30-4
- Max concentration
- 1 %
- Product type
- Face and hand products
- Other conditions
- From 1 February 2025 cosmetic products containing that substance and not complying with the conditions shall not be placed on the Union market. From 1 November 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 III)
- Chemical name
- 5-Hydroxy-2-(hydroxymethyl)-4H-pyrane-4-one
- CAS
- 501-30-4
- Max concentration
- 1 %
- Product type
- Face and hand products
- Other conditions
- From 1 February 2025 cosmetic products containing that substance and not complying with the conditions shall not be placed on the Union market. From 1 November 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 III)
- Chemical name
- 5-Hydroxy-2-(hydroxymethyl)-4H-pyrane-4-one
- CAS
- 501-30-4
- Max concentration
- 1 %
- Product type
- Face and hand products
- Other conditions
- From 1 February 2025 cosmetic products containing that substance and not complying with the conditions shall not be placed on the Union market. From 1 November 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 III)
- Chemical name
- 5-Hydroxy-2-(hydroxymethyl)-4H-pyrane-4-one
- CAS
- 501-30-4
- Max concentration
- 1 %
- Product type
- Face and hand products
- Other conditions
- From 1 February 2025 cosmetic products containing that substance and not complying with the conditions shall not be placed on the Union market. From 1 November 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 III)
EAEUNo restrictions
No specific restrictions for KOJIC ACID in Russia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Armenia, Kyrgyzstan.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is KOJIC ACID banned in any country?
KOJIC ACID 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 KOJIC ACID in cosmetics?
KOJIC ACID is restricted or has conditions of use in UAE, Bahrain, European Union, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Taiwan. Restrictions may include maximum concentration limits, product type limitations, or mandatory labeling requirements. See the detailed regulations above for specifics.
Can I use KOJIC ACID in cosmetics?
KOJIC ACID is regulated in 8 markets. It has restrictions in UAE, Bahrain, European Union, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Taiwan. 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.