PENTYL DIMETHYL PABA
PENTYL DIMETHYL PABA is a cosmetic ingredient classified as Uv Absorber. Also known as CAS 14779-78-3. It is regulated in 18 markets including UAE, Bahrain, Brazil.
Also Known As
- CAS Number
- 14779-78-3
Market Overview — 29 Markets
Detailed Regulations
Europe2 regulations
- Chemical name
- Amyl 4-dimethylaminobenzoate, mixed isomers (Padimate A (INN))
- CAS
- 14779-78-3
Source: EC 1223/2009 Annex II
- Chemical name
- Amyl 4-dimethylaminobenzoate, mixed isomers (Padimate A (INN))
- CAS
- 14779-78-3
Source: UK retained EC 1223/2009 Annex II
Americas2 regulations
- Chemical name
- Pentyl dimethyl PABA, mixed isomers
- CAS
- 14779-78-3
- Conditions of use
- Prohibited in cosmetics
Source: Health Canada Cosmetic Ingredient Hotlist
- Chemical name
- 4 – dimetilaminobenzoato de amila, misturas de isômeros (padimato A*)
- CAS
- 14779-78-3
Source: ANVISA RDC 529
East Asia & Oceania4 regulations
- Chemical name
- Pentyl Dimethyl PABA
Source: MFDS Korea Cosmetics Regulation
- Chemical name
- Amyl 4-Dimethylaminobenzoic Acid(Pentyl Dimethyl Paba, Padimate A)
- CAS
- 14779-78-3
Source: MFDS Korea Cosmetics Regulation
- Chemical name
- Amyl 4-Dimethylaminobenzoic Acid
- CAS
- 14779-78-3
Source: MFDS Korea Cosmetics Regulation
- Chemical name
- Amyl 4-dimethylaminobenzoate, mixed isomers (Padimate A (INN))
- CAS
- 14779-78-3
Source: TFDA Cosmetics Regulations
ASEAN6 regulations
- Chemical name
- Amyl 4-dimethylaminobenzoate, mixed isomers (Padimate A (INN))
- CAS
- 14779-78-3
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- Amyl 4-dimethylaminobenzoate, mixed isomers (Padimate A (INN))
- CAS
- 14779-78-3
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- Amyl 4-dimethylaminobenzoate, mixed isomers (Padimate A (INN))
- CAS
- 14779-78-3
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- Amyl 4-dimethylaminobenzoate, mixed isomers (Padimate A (INN))
- CAS
- 14779-78-3
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- Amyl 4-dimethylaminobenzoate, mixed isomers (Padimate A (INN))
- CAS
- 14779-78-3
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- Amyl 4-dimethylaminobenzoate, mixed isomers (Padimate A (INN))
- CAS
- 14779-78-3
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
GCC6 regulations
- Chemical name
- Amyl 4-dimethylaminobenzoate, mixed isomers (Padimate A (INN))
- CAS
- 14779-78-3
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 II)
- Chemical name
- Amyl 4-dimethylaminobenzoate, mixed isomers (Padimate A (INN))
- CAS
- 14779-78-3
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 II)
- Chemical name
- Amyl 4-dimethylaminobenzoate, mixed isomers (Padimate A (INN))
- CAS
- 14779-78-3
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 II)
- Chemical name
- Amyl 4-dimethylaminobenzoate, mixed isomers (Padimate A (INN))
- CAS
- 14779-78-3
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 II)
- Chemical name
- Amyl 4-dimethylaminobenzoate, mixed isomers (Padimate A (INN))
- CAS
- 14779-78-3
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 II)
- Chemical name
- Amyl 4-dimethylaminobenzoate, mixed isomers (Padimate A (INN))
- CAS
- 14779-78-3
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 II)
EAEUNo restrictions
No specific restrictions for PENTYL DIMETHYL PABA in Russia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Armenia, Kyrgyzstan.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is PENTYL DIMETHYL PABA banned in any country?
Yes, PENTYL DIMETHYL PABA is banned in UAE, Bahrain, Brazil, Canada, European Union, Indonesia, South Korea, Kuwait, Malaysia, Oman, Philippines, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Thailand, Taiwan, United Kingdom, Vietnam. Always check current regulations before formulating products for these markets.
What are the restrictions on PENTYL DIMETHYL PABA in cosmetics?
PENTYL DIMETHYL PABA is banned in UAE, Bahrain, Brazil, Canada, European Union, Indonesia, South Korea, Kuwait, Malaysia, Oman, Philippines, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Thailand, Taiwan, United Kingdom, Vietnam and has no specific restrictions in other tracked markets.
Can I use PENTYL DIMETHYL PABA in cosmetics?
PENTYL DIMETHYL PABA is regulated in 18 markets. It is banned in UAE, Bahrain, Brazil, Canada, European Union, Indonesia, South Korea, Kuwait, Malaysia, Oman, Philippines, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Thailand, Taiwan, 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.