METHYLENE GLYCOL
METHYLENE GLYCOL is a cosmetic ingredient classified as Nail Conditioning. Also known as CAS 463-57-0. It is regulated in 19 markets including UAE, Bahrain, Canada.
Also Known As
- CAS Number
- 463-57-0
Market Overview — 29 Markets
Detailed Regulations
Europe2 regulations
- Chemical name
- Methanediol; methylene glycol
- CAS
- 463-57-0
Source: EC 1223/2009 Annex II
- Chemical name
- Methanediol; methylene glycol
- CAS
- 463-57-0
Source: UK retained EC 1223/2009 Annex II
Americas4 regulations
- Chemical name
- Methylene glycol
- CAS
- 463-57-0
Source: CA AB 2762 (Toxic-Free Cosmetics Act 2020)
- Chemical name
- Methylene glycol
- CAS
- 463-57-0
Source: MD HB 643 (Toxic-Free Cosmetics Act)
- Chemical name
- Methylene glycol
- CAS
- 463-57-0
Source: WA HB 1047 (Toxic-Free Cosmetics Act 2023)
- Chemical name
- Methylene Glycol
- CAS
- 463-57-0
- Conditions of use
- See "Formaldehyde".
Source: Health Canada Cosmetic Ingredient Hotlist
East Asia & Oceania1 regulation
- Chemical name
- Methylene Glycol
Source: MFDS Korea Cosmetics Regulation
ASEAN6 regulations
- Chemical name
- Methanediol: / methylene glycol
- CAS
- 463-57-0
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- Methanediol: / methylene glycol
- CAS
- 463-57-0
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- Methanediol: / methylene glycol
- CAS
- 463-57-0
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- Methanediol: / methylene glycol
- CAS
- 463-57-0
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- Methanediol: / methylene glycol
- CAS
- 463-57-0
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- Methanediol: / methylene glycol
- CAS
- 463-57-0
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
GCC6 regulations
- Chemical name
- Methanediol; methylene glycol
- CAS
- 463-57-0
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 II)
- Chemical name
- Methanediol; methylene glycol
- CAS
- 463-57-0
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 II)
- Chemical name
- Methanediol; methylene glycol
- CAS
- 463-57-0
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 II)
- Chemical name
- Methanediol; methylene glycol
- CAS
- 463-57-0
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 II)
- Chemical name
- Methanediol; methylene glycol
- CAS
- 463-57-0
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 II)
- Chemical name
- Methanediol; methylene glycol
- CAS
- 463-57-0
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 II)
EAEUNo restrictions
No specific restrictions for METHYLENE GLYCOL in Russia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Armenia, Kyrgyzstan.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is METHYLENE GLYCOL banned in any country?
Yes, METHYLENE GLYCOL is banned in UAE, Bahrain, European Union, Indonesia, South Korea, Kuwait, Malaysia, Oman, Philippines, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Thailand, United Kingdom, California, Maryland, Washington, Vietnam. Always check current regulations before formulating products for these markets.
What are the restrictions on METHYLENE GLYCOL in cosmetics?
METHYLENE GLYCOL 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 METHYLENE GLYCOL in cosmetics?
METHYLENE GLYCOL is regulated in 19 markets. It is banned in UAE, Bahrain, European Union, Indonesia, South Korea, Kuwait, Malaysia, Oman, Philippines, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Thailand, United Kingdom, California, Maryland, Washington, Vietnam. It has restrictions in Canada. 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.