MAFENIDE HCL

BannedCAS 138-37-49 regulations across 9 markets

MAFENIDE HCL is a cosmetic ingredient classified as Antimicrobial. Also known as CAS 138-37-4. It is regulated in 9 markets including UAE, Bahrain, European Union.

Also Known As

CAS Number
138-37-4

Market Overview — 29 Markets

European Union1
United Kingdom
United States
California
Maryland
Washington
Canada
Brazil
South Korea1
Japan
Taiwan1
Australia
Singapore
Malaysia
Thailand
Indonesia
Vietnam
Philippines
UAE1
Saudi Arabia1
Qatar1
Oman1
Kuwait1
Bahrain1
Russia
Belarus
Kazakhstan
Armenia
Kyrgyzstan

Detailed Regulations

Europe1 regulation
European UnionBannedAnnex II #307
Chemical name
Sulphonamides (sulphanilamide and its derivatives obtained by substitution of one or more H-atoms of the -NH2 groups) and their salts
CAS
138-37-4

Source: EC 1223/2009 Annex II

AmericasNo restrictions

No specific restrictions for MAFENIDE HCL in United States, California, Maryland, Washington, Canada, Brazil.

East Asia & Oceania2 regulations
South KoreaRestrictedAnnex restricted #M406
Chemical name
Mafenide HCl

Source: MFDS Korea Cosmetics Regulation

TaiwanRestrictedAnnex Restricted Ingredients List #183
Chemical name
Homosulfamine
CAS
138-37-4
Max concentration
1%

Source: TFDA Cosmetics Regulations

ASEANNo restrictions

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

GCC6 regulations
UAEBannedAnnex II #307
Chemical name
Sulphonamides (sulphanilamide and its derivatives obtained by substitution of one or more H-atoms of the -NH2 groups) and their salts
CAS
138-37-4

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

Saudi ArabiaBannedAnnex II #307
Chemical name
Sulphonamides (sulphanilamide and its derivatives obtained by substitution of one or more H-atoms of the -NH2 groups) and their salts
CAS
138-37-4

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

QatarBannedAnnex II #307
Chemical name
Sulphonamides (sulphanilamide and its derivatives obtained by substitution of one or more H-atoms of the -NH2 groups) and their salts
CAS
138-37-4

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

OmanBannedAnnex II #307
Chemical name
Sulphonamides (sulphanilamide and its derivatives obtained by substitution of one or more H-atoms of the -NH2 groups) and their salts
CAS
138-37-4

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

KuwaitBannedAnnex II #307
Chemical name
Sulphonamides (sulphanilamide and its derivatives obtained by substitution of one or more H-atoms of the -NH2 groups) and their salts
CAS
138-37-4

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

BahrainBannedAnnex II #307
Chemical name
Sulphonamides (sulphanilamide and its derivatives obtained by substitution of one or more H-atoms of the -NH2 groups) and their salts
CAS
138-37-4

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

EAEUNo restrictions

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is MAFENIDE HCL banned in any country?

Yes, MAFENIDE HCL is banned in UAE, Bahrain, European Union, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia. Always check current regulations before formulating products for these markets.

What are the restrictions on MAFENIDE HCL in cosmetics?

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

Can I use MAFENIDE HCL 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.