METHYL EUGENOL

BannedCAS 93-15-222 regulations across 18 markets

METHYL EUGENOL is a cosmetic ingredient classified as Fragrance. Also known as CAS 93-15-2. It is regulated in 18 markets including UAE, Bahrain, Brazil.

Also Known As

CAS Number
93-15-2

Market Overview — 29 Markets

European Union1
United Kingdom5
United States
California1
Maryland
Washington
Canada1
Brazil1
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

Europe6 regulations
European UnionRestrictedAnnex III #102
Chemical name
1,2-Dimethoxy-4-(2-propenyl)-benzene
CAS
93-15-2
Max concentration
(a) 0.01% (b) 0.004% (c) 0.002% (d) 0.0002% (e) 0.001%
Product type
(a) Fine fragrance (b) Eau de toilette (c) Fragrance cream (d) Other leave-on products and oral products (e) Rinse-off products

Source: EC 1223/2009 Annex III

United KingdomRestrictedAnnex III #102
Chemical name
1,2-Dimethoxy-4-(2-propenyl)-benzene
CAS
93-15-2
Max concentration
0,004 %
Product type
Eau de toilette
Conditions of use
Max: 0,004 %

Source: UK retained EC 1223/2009 Annex III

United KingdomRestrictedAnnex III #102
Chemical name
1,2-Dimethoxy-4-(2-propenyl)-benzene
CAS
93-15-2
Max concentration
0,01 %
Product type
Fine fragrance
Conditions of use
Max: 0,01 %

Source: UK retained EC 1223/2009 Annex III

United KingdomRestrictedAnnex III #102
Chemical name
1,2-Dimethoxy-4-(2-propenyl)-benzene
CAS
93-15-2
Max concentration
0,002 %
Product type
Fragrance cream
Conditions of use
Max: 0,002 %

Source: UK retained EC 1223/2009 Annex III

United KingdomRestrictedAnnex III #102
Chemical name
1,2-Dimethoxy-4-(2-propenyl)-benzene
CAS
93-15-2
Max concentration
0,0002 %
Product type
Other leave-on products and oral products
Conditions of use
Max: 0,0002 %

Source: UK retained EC 1223/2009 Annex III

United KingdomRestrictedAnnex III #102
Chemical name
1,2-Dimethoxy-4-(2-propenyl)-benzene
CAS
93-15-2
Max concentration
0,001 %
Product type
Rinse-off products
Conditions of use
Max: 0,001 %

Source: UK retained EC 1223/2009 Annex III

Americas3 regulations
CaliforniaRestrictedAnnex PROP65
Chemical name
Methyleugenol
CAS
93-15-2
Conditions of use
Warning required under California Proposition 65

Source: California Prop 65 (OEHHA)

CanadaRestrictedAnnex Table 2 (Restricted)
Chemical name
Methyl eugenol
CAS
93-15-2
Max concentration
a) 0.01% b) 0.004% c) 0.002% d) 0.0002% e) 0.001%
Conditions of use
Permitted as a naturally occurring component in botanical extracts. a) Fine fragrances b) Eau de toilette c) In a fragrance cream d) Other leave-on products and in oral hygiene products e) Rinse-off products

Source: Health Canada Cosmetic Ingredient Hotlist

BrazilBannedAnnex RDC_529 #451
Chemical name
Metileugenol, exceto o teor normal nas essências naturais, e desde que a concentração não exceda: a) 0,02 % em fragrâncias finas b) 0,008 % em água de toilette c) 0,004 % em cremes perfumados d) 0,001 % em produtos destinados a serem enxaguados e) 0,0004 % em outros produtos não destinados a serem removidos e em produtos de higiene bucal.
CAS
93-15-2

Source: ANVISA RDC 529

East Asia & Oceania1 regulation
South KoreaRestrictedAnnex restricted #M715
Chemical name
Methyl Eugenol

Source: MFDS Korea Cosmetics Regulation

ASEAN6 regulations
SingaporeBannedAnnex ACD Annex II (Prohibited) #451
Chemical name
Methyleugenol
CAS
93-15-2
Conditions of use
except for normal content in the natural essences used and provided that the concentration does not exceed: (a) 0.01 %in fine fragrance (b) 0.004 %in eau de toilette (c) 0.002 %in fragrance cream (d) 0.001 %in rinse-off products (e) 0.0002 %in other leave-on products and oral hygiene products

Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)

MalaysiaBannedAnnex ACD Annex II (Prohibited) #451
Chemical name
Methyleugenol
CAS
93-15-2
Conditions of use
except for normal content in the natural essences used and provided that the concentration does not exceed: (a) 0.01 %in fine fragrance (b) 0.004 %in eau de toilette (c) 0.002 %in fragrance cream (d) 0.001 %in rinse-off products (e) 0.0002 %in other leave-on products and oral hygiene products

Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)

ThailandBannedAnnex ACD Annex II (Prohibited) #451
Chemical name
Methyleugenol
CAS
93-15-2
Conditions of use
except for normal content in the natural essences used and provided that the concentration does not exceed: (a) 0.01 %in fine fragrance (b) 0.004 %in eau de toilette (c) 0.002 %in fragrance cream (d) 0.001 %in rinse-off products (e) 0.0002 %in other leave-on products and oral hygiene products

Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)

IndonesiaBannedAnnex ACD Annex II (Prohibited) #451
Chemical name
Methyleugenol
CAS
93-15-2
Conditions of use
except for normal content in the natural essences used and provided that the concentration does not exceed: (a) 0.01 %in fine fragrance (b) 0.004 %in eau de toilette (c) 0.002 %in fragrance cream (d) 0.001 %in rinse-off products (e) 0.0002 %in other leave-on products and oral hygiene products

Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)

VietnamBannedAnnex ACD Annex II (Prohibited) #451
Chemical name
Methyleugenol
CAS
93-15-2
Conditions of use
except for normal content in the natural essences used and provided that the concentration does not exceed: (a) 0.01 %in fine fragrance (b) 0.004 %in eau de toilette (c) 0.002 %in fragrance cream (d) 0.001 %in rinse-off products (e) 0.0002 %in other leave-on products and oral hygiene products

Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)

PhilippinesBannedAnnex ACD Annex II (Prohibited) #451
Chemical name
Methyleugenol
CAS
93-15-2
Conditions of use
except for normal content in the natural essences used and provided that the concentration does not exceed: (a) 0.01 %in fine fragrance (b) 0.004 %in eau de toilette (c) 0.002 %in fragrance cream (d) 0.001 %in rinse-off products (e) 0.0002 %in other leave-on products and oral hygiene products

Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)

GCC6 regulations
UAERestrictedAnnex III #102
Chemical name
1,2-Dimethoxy-4-(2-propenyl)-benzene
CAS
93-15-2
Max concentration
(a) 0.01% (b) 0.004% (c) 0.002% (d) 0.0002% (e) 0.001%
Product type
(a) Fine fragrance (b) Eau de toilette (c) Fragrance cream (d) Other leave-on products and oral products (e) Rinse-off products

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

Saudi ArabiaRestrictedAnnex III #102
Chemical name
1,2-Dimethoxy-4-(2-propenyl)-benzene
CAS
93-15-2
Max concentration
(a) 0.01% (b) 0.004% (c) 0.002% (d) 0.0002% (e) 0.001%
Product type
(a) Fine fragrance (b) Eau de toilette (c) Fragrance cream (d) Other leave-on products and oral products (e) Rinse-off products

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

QatarRestrictedAnnex III #102
Chemical name
1,2-Dimethoxy-4-(2-propenyl)-benzene
CAS
93-15-2
Max concentration
(a) 0.01% (b) 0.004% (c) 0.002% (d) 0.0002% (e) 0.001%
Product type
(a) Fine fragrance (b) Eau de toilette (c) Fragrance cream (d) Other leave-on products and oral products (e) Rinse-off products

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

OmanRestrictedAnnex III #102
Chemical name
1,2-Dimethoxy-4-(2-propenyl)-benzene
CAS
93-15-2
Max concentration
(a) 0.01% (b) 0.004% (c) 0.002% (d) 0.0002% (e) 0.001%
Product type
(a) Fine fragrance (b) Eau de toilette (c) Fragrance cream (d) Other leave-on products and oral products (e) Rinse-off products

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

KuwaitRestrictedAnnex III #102
Chemical name
1,2-Dimethoxy-4-(2-propenyl)-benzene
CAS
93-15-2
Max concentration
(a) 0.01% (b) 0.004% (c) 0.002% (d) 0.0002% (e) 0.001%
Product type
(a) Fine fragrance (b) Eau de toilette (c) Fragrance cream (d) Other leave-on products and oral products (e) Rinse-off products

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

BahrainRestrictedAnnex III #102
Chemical name
1,2-Dimethoxy-4-(2-propenyl)-benzene
CAS
93-15-2
Max concentration
(a) 0.01% (b) 0.004% (c) 0.002% (d) 0.0002% (e) 0.001%
Product type
(a) Fine fragrance (b) Eau de toilette (c) Fragrance cream (d) Other leave-on products and oral products (e) Rinse-off products

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

EAEUNo restrictions

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is METHYL EUGENOL banned in any country?

Yes, METHYL EUGENOL is banned in Brazil, Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Vietnam. Always check current regulations before formulating products for these markets.

What are the restrictions on METHYL EUGENOL in cosmetics?

METHYL EUGENOL is restricted or has conditions of use in UAE, Bahrain, Canada, European Union, South Korea, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, United Kingdom. Restrictions may include maximum concentration limits, product type limitations, or mandatory labeling requirements. See the detailed regulations above for specifics.

Can I use METHYL EUGENOL in cosmetics?

METHYL EUGENOL is regulated in 18 markets. It is banned in Brazil, Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Vietnam. It has restrictions in UAE, Bahrain, Canada, European Union, South Korea, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, United Kingdom. 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.