OXYQUINOLINE SULFATE

BannedCAS 134-31-619 regulations across 10 markets

OXYQUINOLINE SULFATE is a cosmetic ingredient classified as Antimicrobial. Also known as CAS 134-31-6. It is regulated in 10 markets including UAE, Bahrain, Canada.

Also Known As

CAS Number
134-31-6

Market Overview — 29 Markets

European Union2
United Kingdom3
United States
California
Maryland
Washington
Canada1
Brazil
South Korea1
Japan
Taiwan
Australia
Singapore
Malaysia
Thailand
Indonesia
Vietnam
Philippines
UAE2
Saudi Arabia2
Qatar2
Oman2
Kuwait2
Bahrain2
Russia
Belarus
Kazakhstan
Armenia
Kyrgyzstan

Detailed Regulations

Europe5 regulations
European UnionBannedAnnex II #395
Chemical name
Hydroxy-8-quinoline and its sulphate bis(8-hydroxyquinolinium) sulphate
CAS
134-31-6 [2]
Other conditions
except for the uses of the sulphate provided for in entry 51 of Annex III

Source: EC 1223/2009 Annex II

European UnionRestrictedAnnex III #51
Chemical name
bis(8-hydroxyquinolinium) sulphate
CAS
134-31-6
Max concentration
(a) (0,3 % as base) (b) (0,03 % as base)
Product type
(a) Stabilizer for hydrogen peroxide in rinse-off hair products (b) Stabilizer for hydrogen peroxide in leave-on hair products

Source: EC 1223/2009 Annex III

United KingdomRestrictedAnnex II #395
Chemical name
Hydroxy-8-quinoline and its sulphate bis(8-hydroxyquinolinium) sulphate, except for the uses of the sulphate provided for in entry 51 of Annex III
CAS
148-24-3 134-31-6

Source: UK retained EC 1223/2009 Annex II

United KingdomRestrictedAnnex III #51
Chemical name
Bis(8-hydroxyquinolinium) sulphate
CAS
134-31-6
Max concentration
(0,03 % as base)
Product type
Stabilizer for hydrogen peroxide in leave-on hair products
Conditions of use
Max: (0,03 % as base)

Source: UK retained EC 1223/2009 Annex III

United KingdomRestrictedAnnex III #51
Chemical name
Bis(8-hydroxyquinolinium) sulphate
CAS
134-31-6
Max concentration
(0,3 % as base)
Product type
Stabilizer for hydrogen peroxide in rinse-off hair products
Conditions of use
Max: (0,3 % as base)

Source: UK retained EC 1223/2009 Annex III

Americas1 regulation
CanadaRestrictedAnnex Table 2 (Restricted)
Chemical name
8-Hydroxyquinoline and its sulfate
Max concentration
a) 0.3% b) 0.03%
Conditions of use
a) As stabilizers for hydrogen peroxide in rinse-off hair products b) As stabilizers for hydrogen peroxide in leave-on hair products

Source: Health Canada Cosmetic Ingredient Hotlist

East Asia & Oceania1 regulation
South KoreaBannedAnnex banned #M342
Chemical name
Oxyquinoline Sulfate

Source: MFDS Korea Cosmetics Regulation

ASEANNo restrictions

No specific restrictions for OXYQUINOLINE SULFATE in Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia, Vietnam, Philippines.

GCC12 regulations
UAEBannedAnnex II #395
Chemical name
Hydroxy-8-quinoline and its sulphate bis(8-hydroxyquinolinium) sulphate
CAS
134-31-6 [2]
Other conditions
except for the uses of the sulphate provided for in entry 51 of Annex III

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

UAERestrictedAnnex III #51
Chemical name
bis(8-hydroxyquinolinium) sulphate
CAS
134-31-6
Max concentration
(a) (0,3 % as base) (b) (0,03 % as base)
Product type
(a) Stabilizer for hydrogen peroxide in rinse-off hair products (b) Stabilizer for hydrogen peroxide in leave-on hair products

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

Saudi ArabiaBannedAnnex II #395
Chemical name
Hydroxy-8-quinoline and its sulphate bis(8-hydroxyquinolinium) sulphate
CAS
134-31-6 [2]
Other conditions
except for the uses of the sulphate provided for in entry 51 of Annex III

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

Saudi ArabiaRestrictedAnnex III #51
Chemical name
bis(8-hydroxyquinolinium) sulphate
CAS
134-31-6
Max concentration
(a) (0,3 % as base) (b) (0,03 % as base)
Product type
(a) Stabilizer for hydrogen peroxide in rinse-off hair products (b) Stabilizer for hydrogen peroxide in leave-on hair products

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

QatarBannedAnnex II #395
Chemical name
Hydroxy-8-quinoline and its sulphate bis(8-hydroxyquinolinium) sulphate
CAS
134-31-6 [2]
Other conditions
except for the uses of the sulphate provided for in entry 51 of Annex III

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

QatarRestrictedAnnex III #51
Chemical name
bis(8-hydroxyquinolinium) sulphate
CAS
134-31-6
Max concentration
(a) (0,3 % as base) (b) (0,03 % as base)
Product type
(a) Stabilizer for hydrogen peroxide in rinse-off hair products (b) Stabilizer for hydrogen peroxide in leave-on hair products

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

OmanBannedAnnex II #395
Chemical name
Hydroxy-8-quinoline and its sulphate bis(8-hydroxyquinolinium) sulphate
CAS
134-31-6 [2]
Other conditions
except for the uses of the sulphate provided for in entry 51 of Annex III

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

OmanRestrictedAnnex III #51
Chemical name
bis(8-hydroxyquinolinium) sulphate
CAS
134-31-6
Max concentration
(a) (0,3 % as base) (b) (0,03 % as base)
Product type
(a) Stabilizer for hydrogen peroxide in rinse-off hair products (b) Stabilizer for hydrogen peroxide in leave-on hair products

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

KuwaitBannedAnnex II #395
Chemical name
Hydroxy-8-quinoline and its sulphate bis(8-hydroxyquinolinium) sulphate
CAS
134-31-6 [2]
Other conditions
except for the uses of the sulphate provided for in entry 51 of Annex III

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

KuwaitRestrictedAnnex III #51
Chemical name
bis(8-hydroxyquinolinium) sulphate
CAS
134-31-6
Max concentration
(a) (0,3 % as base) (b) (0,03 % as base)
Product type
(a) Stabilizer for hydrogen peroxide in rinse-off hair products (b) Stabilizer for hydrogen peroxide in leave-on hair products

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

BahrainBannedAnnex II #395
Chemical name
Hydroxy-8-quinoline and its sulphate bis(8-hydroxyquinolinium) sulphate
CAS
134-31-6 [2]
Other conditions
except for the uses of the sulphate provided for in entry 51 of Annex III

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

BahrainRestrictedAnnex III #51
Chemical name
bis(8-hydroxyquinolinium) sulphate
CAS
134-31-6
Max concentration
(a) (0,3 % as base) (b) (0,03 % as base)
Product type
(a) Stabilizer for hydrogen peroxide in rinse-off hair products (b) Stabilizer for hydrogen peroxide in leave-on hair products

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

EAEUNo restrictions

No specific restrictions for OXYQUINOLINE SULFATE in Russia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Armenia, Kyrgyzstan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is OXYQUINOLINE SULFATE banned in any country?

Yes, OXYQUINOLINE SULFATE is banned in UAE, Bahrain, European Union, South Korea, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia. Always check current regulations before formulating products for these markets.

What are the restrictions on OXYQUINOLINE SULFATE in cosmetics?

OXYQUINOLINE SULFATE is restricted or has conditions of use in UAE, Bahrain, Canada, European Union, 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 OXYQUINOLINE SULFATE in cosmetics?

OXYQUINOLINE SULFATE is regulated in 10 markets. It is banned in UAE, Bahrain, European Union, South Korea, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia. It has restrictions in UAE, Bahrain, Canada, European Union, 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.