MIBK
MIBK is a cosmetic ingredient classified as Denaturant. Also known as CAS 108-10-1. It is regulated in 15 markets including UAE, Bahrain, European Union.
Also Known As
- CAS Number
- 108-10-1
Market Overview — 29 Markets
Detailed Regulations
Europe2 regulations
- Chemical name
- 4-methylpentan-2-one; isobutyl methyl ketone (MIBK)
- CAS
- 108-10-1
Source: EC 1223/2009 Annex II
- Chemical name
- 4-methylpentan-2-one; isobutyl methyl ketone (MIBK)
- CAS
- 108-10-1
Source: UK retained EC 1223/2009 Annex II
Americas1 regulation
- Chemical name
- Methyl isobutyl ketone
- CAS
- 108-10-1
- Conditions of use
- Warning required under California Proposition 65
Source: California Prop 65 (OEHHA)
East Asia & OceaniaNo restrictions
No specific restrictions for MIBK in South Korea, Japan, Taiwan, Australia.
ASEAN6 regulations
- Chemical name
- 4-methylpentan-2-one; isobutyl methyl ketone ( / MIBK)
- CAS
- 108-10-1
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- 4-methylpentan-2-one; isobutyl methyl ketone ( / MIBK)
- CAS
- 108-10-1
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- 4-methylpentan-2-one; isobutyl methyl ketone ( / MIBK)
- CAS
- 108-10-1
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- 4-methylpentan-2-one; isobutyl methyl ketone ( / MIBK)
- CAS
- 108-10-1
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- 4-methylpentan-2-one; isobutyl methyl ketone ( / MIBK)
- CAS
- 108-10-1
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- 4-methylpentan-2-one; isobutyl methyl ketone ( / MIBK)
- CAS
- 108-10-1
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
GCC6 regulations
- Chemical name
- 4-methylpentan-2-one; isobutyl methyl ketone (MIBK)
- CAS
- 108-10-1
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 II)
- Chemical name
- 4-methylpentan-2-one; isobutyl methyl ketone (MIBK)
- CAS
- 108-10-1
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 II)
- Chemical name
- 4-methylpentan-2-one; isobutyl methyl ketone (MIBK)
- CAS
- 108-10-1
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 II)
- Chemical name
- 4-methylpentan-2-one; isobutyl methyl ketone (MIBK)
- CAS
- 108-10-1
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 II)
- Chemical name
- 4-methylpentan-2-one; isobutyl methyl ketone (MIBK)
- CAS
- 108-10-1
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 II)
- Chemical name
- 4-methylpentan-2-one; isobutyl methyl ketone (MIBK)
- CAS
- 108-10-1
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 II)
EAEUNo restrictions
No specific restrictions for MIBK in Russia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Armenia, Kyrgyzstan.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is MIBK banned in any country?
Yes, MIBK is banned in UAE, Bahrain, European Union, Indonesia, Kuwait, Malaysia, Oman, Philippines, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Thailand, United Kingdom, Vietnam. Always check current regulations before formulating products for these markets.
What are the restrictions on MIBK in cosmetics?
MIBK is banned in UAE, Bahrain, European Union, Indonesia, Kuwait, Malaysia, Oman, Philippines, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Thailand, United Kingdom, Vietnam and has no specific restrictions in other tracked markets.
Can I use MIBK in cosmetics?
MIBK is regulated in 15 markets. It is banned in UAE, Bahrain, European Union, Indonesia, Kuwait, Malaysia, Oman, Philippines, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Thailand, 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.