METHYL ALCOHOL
METHYL ALCOHOL is a cosmetic ingredient classified as Denaturant. Also known as CAS 67-56-1. It is regulated in 19 markets including UAE, Bahrain, Canada.
Also Known As
- CAS Number
- 67-56-1
Market Overview — 29 Markets
Detailed Regulations
Europe2 regulations
- Chemical name
- Methanol
- CAS
- 67-56-1
- Max concentration
- 5% (as a % of ethanol and isopropyl alcohol)
- Product type
- Denaturant for ethanol and isopropyl alcohol
Source: EC 1223/2009 Annex III
- Chemical name
- Methanol
- CAS
- 67-56-1
- Max concentration
- 5 % (as a % ethanol and isopropyl alcohol)
- Product type
- Denaturant for ethanol and isopropyl alcohol
- Conditions of use
- Max: 5 % (as a % ethanol and isopropyl alcohol)
Source: UK retained EC 1223/2009 Annex III
Americas2 regulations
- Chemical name
- Methanol
- CAS
- 67-56-1
- Conditions of use
- Warning required under California Proposition 65
Source: California Prop 65 (OEHHA)
- Chemical name
- Methyl alcohol
- CAS
- 67-56-1
- Conditions of use
- Cosmetics containing an amount of methyl alcohol equal to or greater than 5 ml must be packaged in a child-resistant container. Containers, that contain an amount of methyl alcohol equal or greater than 5 mL must meet the requirements set out in subsection 28.2 of the Cosmetic Regulations.
Source: Health Canada Cosmetic Ingredient Hotlist
East Asia & Oceania4 regulations
- Chemical name
- Methyl Alcohol
Source: MFDS Korea Cosmetics Regulation
- Chemical name
- Methanol(with exception of those substances If they contain ≤5% as a denaturant of ethanol or isopropyl alcohol)
- CAS
- 67-56-1
Source: MFDS Korea Cosmetics Regulation
- Chemical name
- Methyl alcohol
- Conditions of use
- Methanol
Source: MHLW Standards for Cosmetics (Notification No.331 of 2000)
- Chemical name
- Methyl alcohol
- CAS
- 67-56-1
- Max concentration
- 2000 ppm
- Product type
- contamination_limit
- Conditions of use
- 化粧品於製造過程中,如因所需使用之原料或其他因素,且技術上無法避免,致含自然殘留微量時,則其最終製品中所含甲醇(methyl alcohol)之殘留量,不得超過2000ppm。
- Other conditions
- 化粧品於製造過程中，如因所需使用之原料或其他因素，且技術上無法避免，致含自然殘留微量時，則其最終製品中所含甲醇（methyl alcohol）之殘留量，不得超過2000ppm。
Source: TFDA Cosmetics Regulations
ASEAN6 regulations
- Chemical name
- Methanol / Methyl Alcohol
- CAS
- 67-56-1
- Max concentration
- 5% calculated as a %of ethanol and isopropyl alcohol
- Product type
- Denaturant for ethanol and isopropyl alcohol
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- Methanol / Methyl Alcohol
- CAS
- 67-56-1
- Max concentration
- 5% calculated as a %of ethanol and isopropyl alcohol
- Product type
- Denaturant for ethanol and isopropyl alcohol
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- Methanol / Methyl Alcohol
- CAS
- 67-56-1
- Max concentration
- 5% calculated as a %of ethanol and isopropyl alcohol
- Product type
- Denaturant for ethanol and isopropyl alcohol
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- Methanol / Methyl Alcohol
- CAS
- 67-56-1
- Max concentration
- 5% calculated as a %of ethanol and isopropyl alcohol
- Product type
- Denaturant for ethanol and isopropyl alcohol
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- Methanol / Methyl Alcohol
- CAS
- 67-56-1
- Max concentration
- 5% calculated as a %of ethanol and isopropyl alcohol
- Product type
- Denaturant for ethanol and isopropyl alcohol
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- Methanol / Methyl Alcohol
- CAS
- 67-56-1
- Max concentration
- 5% calculated as a %of ethanol and isopropyl alcohol
- Product type
- Denaturant for ethanol and isopropyl alcohol
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
GCC6 regulations
- Chemical name
- Methanol
- CAS
- 67-56-1
- Max concentration
- 5% (as a % of ethanol and isopropyl alcohol)
- Product type
- Denaturant for ethanol and isopropyl alcohol
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 III)
- Chemical name
- Methanol
- CAS
- 67-56-1
- Max concentration
- 5% (as a % of ethanol and isopropyl alcohol)
- Product type
- Denaturant for ethanol and isopropyl alcohol
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 III)
- Chemical name
- Methanol
- CAS
- 67-56-1
- Max concentration
- 5% (as a % of ethanol and isopropyl alcohol)
- Product type
- Denaturant for ethanol and isopropyl alcohol
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 III)
- Chemical name
- Methanol
- CAS
- 67-56-1
- Max concentration
- 5% (as a % of ethanol and isopropyl alcohol)
- Product type
- Denaturant for ethanol and isopropyl alcohol
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 III)
- Chemical name
- Methanol
- CAS
- 67-56-1
- Max concentration
- 5% (as a % of ethanol and isopropyl alcohol)
- Product type
- Denaturant for ethanol and isopropyl alcohol
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 III)
- Chemical name
- Methanol
- CAS
- 67-56-1
- Max concentration
- 5% (as a % of ethanol and isopropyl alcohol)
- Product type
- Denaturant for ethanol and isopropyl alcohol
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 III)
EAEUNo restrictions
No specific restrictions for METHYL ALCOHOL in Russia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Armenia, Kyrgyzstan.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is METHYL ALCOHOL banned in any country?
Yes, METHYL ALCOHOL is banned in Japan, South Korea. Always check current regulations before formulating products for these markets.
What are the restrictions on METHYL ALCOHOL in cosmetics?
METHYL ALCOHOL is restricted or has conditions of use in UAE, Bahrain, Canada, European Union, Indonesia, Kuwait, Malaysia, Oman, Philippines, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Thailand, Taiwan, 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 METHYL ALCOHOL in cosmetics?
METHYL ALCOHOL is regulated in 19 markets. It is banned in Japan, South Korea. It has restrictions in UAE, Bahrain, Canada, European Union, Indonesia, Kuwait, Malaysia, Oman, Philippines, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Thailand, Taiwan, 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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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.