O-CYMEN-5-OL

RestrictedCAS 3228-02-211 regulations across 11 markets

O-CYMEN-5-OL is a cosmetic ingredient classified as Antimicrobial. Also known as CAS 3228-02-2. It is regulated in 11 markets including UAE, Bahrain, Brazil.

Also Known As

CAS Number
3228-02-2, 39660-61-2

Market Overview — 29 Markets

European Union1
United Kingdom1
United States
California
Maryland
Washington
Canada
Brazil1
South Korea1
Japan
Taiwan1
Australia
Singapore
Malaysia
Thailand
Indonesia
Vietnam
Philippines
UAE1
Saudi Arabia1
Qatar1
Oman1
Kuwait1
Bahrain1
Russia
Belarus
Kazakhstan
Armenia
Kyrgyzstan

Detailed Regulations

Europe2 regulations
European UnionRestrictedAnnex V #38
Chemical name
4-Isopropyl-m-cresol
CAS
3228-02-2
Max concentration
0.1%

Source: EC 1223/2009 Annex V

United KingdomRestrictedAnnex V #38
Chemical name
4-Isopropyl-m-cresol
CAS
3228-02-2
Max concentration
0,1 %
Conditions of use
Max: 0,1 %

Source: UK retained EC 1223/2009 Annex V

Americas1 regulation
BrazilRestrictedAnnex RDC_528 #34
Chemical name
4-Isopropil-m-creso l
CAS
3228-02-2
Max concentration
0,1%

Source: ANVISA RDC 528

East Asia & Oceania2 regulations
South KoreaRestrictedAnnex restricted #M1127
Chemical name
o-Cymen-5-ol
Conditions of use
* 배합한도 : 0.1%

Source: MFDS Korea Cosmetics Regulation

TaiwanRestrictedAnnex Preservatives List #28
Chemical name
4-Isopropyl-m-cresol
CAS
3228-02-2
Max concentration
0.1 %

Source: TFDA Cosmetics Regulations

ASEANNo restrictions

No specific restrictions for O-CYMEN-5-OL in Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia, Vietnam, Philippines.

GCC6 regulations
UAERestrictedAnnex V #38
Chemical name
4-Isopropyl-m-cresol
CAS
3228-02-2
Max concentration
0.1%

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

Saudi ArabiaRestrictedAnnex V #38
Chemical name
4-Isopropyl-m-cresol
CAS
3228-02-2
Max concentration
0.1%

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

QatarRestrictedAnnex V #38
Chemical name
4-Isopropyl-m-cresol
CAS
3228-02-2
Max concentration
0.1%

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

OmanRestrictedAnnex V #38
Chemical name
4-Isopropyl-m-cresol
CAS
3228-02-2
Max concentration
0.1%

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

KuwaitRestrictedAnnex V #38
Chemical name
4-Isopropyl-m-cresol
CAS
3228-02-2
Max concentration
0.1%

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

BahrainRestrictedAnnex V #38
Chemical name
4-Isopropyl-m-cresol
CAS
3228-02-2
Max concentration
0.1%

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

EAEUNo restrictions

No specific restrictions for O-CYMEN-5-OL in Russia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Armenia, Kyrgyzstan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is O-CYMEN-5-OL banned in any country?

O-CYMEN-5-OL 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 O-CYMEN-5-OL in cosmetics?

O-CYMEN-5-OL is restricted or has conditions of use in UAE, Bahrain, Brazil, European Union, South Korea, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Taiwan, 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 O-CYMEN-5-OL in cosmetics?

O-CYMEN-5-OL is regulated in 11 markets. It has restrictions in UAE, Bahrain, Brazil, European Union, South Korea, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Taiwan, 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.