MUSK XYLENE
MUSK XYLENE is a cosmetic ingredient classified as Fragrance. Also known as CAS 81-15-2. It is regulated in 16 markets including UAE, Bahrain, Brazil.
Also Known As
- CAS Number
- 81-15-2
Market Overview — 29 Markets
Detailed Regulations
Europe2 regulations
- Chemical name
- 5-tert-Butyl-2,4,6-trinitro-m-xylene
- CAS
- 81-15-2
- Max concentration
- (a) 1.0% in fine fragrance (b) 0.4% in eau de toilette (c) 0.03% in other products
- Product type
- All cosmetic products, with the exception of oral products Note: 'Due to environmental concerns, musk xylene is included in the authorisation list (Annex IV) of REACH. Musk xylene cannot be placed on the market or used unless authorisation has been granted under REACH’
Source: EC 1223/2009 Annex III
- Chemical name
- 5-tert-Butyl-2,4,6-trinitro-m-xylene
- CAS
- 81-15-2
- Max concentration
- (a)1,0 % in fine fragrance(b)0,4 % in eau de toilette(c)0,03 % in other products
- Product type
- All cosmetic products, with the exception of oral products
- Conditions of use
- Max: (a)1,0 % in fine fragrance(b)0,4 % in eau de toilette(c)0,03 % in other products
Source: UK retained EC 1223/2009 Annex III
Americas1 regulation
- Chemical name
- Almizcle xileno (CAS 8 1-15-2)
- CAS
- 81-15-2
- Max concentration
- a) 1% em fragrâncias finas b) 0,4% em colônias c) 0,03 % em outros produtos
- Product type
- Todos os produtos, exceto os produtos para higiene bucal
- Conditions of use
- Application: Todos os produtos, exceto os produtos para higiene bucal
Source: ANVISA RDC 530
East Asia & Oceania1 regulation
- Chemical name
- Musk Xylene
- Conditions of use
- * 배합한도 : ∙ 향수류 향료원액을 8% 초과하여 함유하는 제품에 1.0%, 향료원액을 8% 이하로 함유하는 제품에 0.4% ∙ 기타 제품에 0.03%
Source: MFDS Korea Cosmetics Regulation
ASEAN6 regulations
- Chemical name
- 5-tert-Butyl-2,4,6-trinitro-m-xylene / Musk xylene
- CAS
- 81-15-2
- Max concentration
- (a) 1.0 %in fine fragrance (b) 0.4 %in eau de toilette (c) 0.03 %in other products
- Product type
- All cosmetic products, with the exception of oral care products
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- 5-tert-Butyl-2,4,6-trinitro-m-xylene / Musk xylene
- CAS
- 81-15-2
- Max concentration
- (a) 1.0 %in fine fragrance (b) 0.4 %in eau de toilette (c) 0.03 %in other products
- Product type
- All cosmetic products, with the exception of oral care products
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- 5-tert-Butyl-2,4,6-trinitro-m-xylene / Musk xylene
- CAS
- 81-15-2
- Max concentration
- (a) 1.0 %in fine fragrance (b) 0.4 %in eau de toilette (c) 0.03 %in other products
- Product type
- All cosmetic products, with the exception of oral care products
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- 5-tert-Butyl-2,4,6-trinitro-m-xylene / Musk xylene
- CAS
- 81-15-2
- Max concentration
- (a) 1.0 %in fine fragrance (b) 0.4 %in eau de toilette (c) 0.03 %in other products
- Product type
- All cosmetic products, with the exception of oral care products
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- 5-tert-Butyl-2,4,6-trinitro-m-xylene / Musk xylene
- CAS
- 81-15-2
- Max concentration
- (a) 1.0 %in fine fragrance (b) 0.4 %in eau de toilette (c) 0.03 %in other products
- Product type
- All cosmetic products, with the exception of oral care products
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- 5-tert-Butyl-2,4,6-trinitro-m-xylene / Musk xylene
- CAS
- 81-15-2
- Max concentration
- (a) 1.0 %in fine fragrance (b) 0.4 %in eau de toilette (c) 0.03 %in other products
- Product type
- All cosmetic products, with the exception of oral care products
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
GCC6 regulations
- Chemical name
- 5-tert-Butyl-2,4,6-trinitro-m-xylene
- CAS
- 81-15-2
- Max concentration
- (a) 1.0% in fine fragrance (b) 0.4% in eau de toilette (c) 0.03% in other products
- Product type
- All cosmetic products, with the exception of oral products Note: 'Due to environmental concerns, musk xylene is included in the authorisation list (Annex IV) of REACH. Musk xylene cannot be placed on the market or used unless authorisation has been granted under REACH’
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 III)
- Chemical name
- 5-tert-Butyl-2,4,6-trinitro-m-xylene
- CAS
- 81-15-2
- Max concentration
- (a) 1.0% in fine fragrance (b) 0.4% in eau de toilette (c) 0.03% in other products
- Product type
- All cosmetic products, with the exception of oral products Note: 'Due to environmental concerns, musk xylene is included in the authorisation list (Annex IV) of REACH. Musk xylene cannot be placed on the market or used unless authorisation has been granted under REACH’
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 III)
- Chemical name
- 5-tert-Butyl-2,4,6-trinitro-m-xylene
- CAS
- 81-15-2
- Max concentration
- (a) 1.0% in fine fragrance (b) 0.4% in eau de toilette (c) 0.03% in other products
- Product type
- All cosmetic products, with the exception of oral products Note: 'Due to environmental concerns, musk xylene is included in the authorisation list (Annex IV) of REACH. Musk xylene cannot be placed on the market or used unless authorisation has been granted under REACH’
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 III)
- Chemical name
- 5-tert-Butyl-2,4,6-trinitro-m-xylene
- CAS
- 81-15-2
- Max concentration
- (a) 1.0% in fine fragrance (b) 0.4% in eau de toilette (c) 0.03% in other products
- Product type
- All cosmetic products, with the exception of oral products Note: 'Due to environmental concerns, musk xylene is included in the authorisation list (Annex IV) of REACH. Musk xylene cannot be placed on the market or used unless authorisation has been granted under REACH’
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 III)
- Chemical name
- 5-tert-Butyl-2,4,6-trinitro-m-xylene
- CAS
- 81-15-2
- Max concentration
- (a) 1.0% in fine fragrance (b) 0.4% in eau de toilette (c) 0.03% in other products
- Product type
- All cosmetic products, with the exception of oral products Note: 'Due to environmental concerns, musk xylene is included in the authorisation list (Annex IV) of REACH. Musk xylene cannot be placed on the market or used unless authorisation has been granted under REACH’
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 III)
- Chemical name
- 5-tert-Butyl-2,4,6-trinitro-m-xylene
- CAS
- 81-15-2
- Max concentration
- (a) 1.0% in fine fragrance (b) 0.4% in eau de toilette (c) 0.03% in other products
- Product type
- All cosmetic products, with the exception of oral products Note: 'Due to environmental concerns, musk xylene is included in the authorisation list (Annex IV) of REACH. Musk xylene cannot be placed on the market or used unless authorisation has been granted under REACH’
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 III)
EAEUNo restrictions
No specific restrictions for MUSK XYLENE in Russia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Armenia, Kyrgyzstan.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is MUSK XYLENE banned in any country?
MUSK XYLENE is not banned in any of the 26 markets tracked by Formpli. However, it may be subject to restrictions or conditions of use in some markets.
What are the restrictions on MUSK XYLENE in cosmetics?
MUSK XYLENE is restricted or has conditions of use in UAE, Bahrain, Brazil, European Union, Indonesia, South Korea, Kuwait, Malaysia, Oman, Philippines, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Thailand, 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 MUSK XYLENE in cosmetics?
MUSK XYLENE is regulated in 16 markets. It has restrictions in UAE, Bahrain, Brazil, European Union, Indonesia, South Korea, 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.