PHENYL MERCURIC CHLORIDE
PHENYL MERCURIC CHLORIDE is a cosmetic ingredient classified as Preservative. Also known as CAS 100-56-1. It is regulated in 8 markets including UAE, Bahrain, European Union.
Also Known As
- CAS Number
- 100-56-1, 62-38-4, 94-43-9
Market Overview — 29 Markets
Detailed Regulations
Europe2 regulations
- Chemical name
- Phenylmercuric salts (including borate)
- CAS
- 62-38-4 / 94-43-9
- Max concentration
- 0.007% (of Hg) If mixed with other mercurial compounds authorized by this Directive, the maximum concentration of Hg remains fixed at 0.007%
- Product type
- Eye products
- Conditions of use
- Contains Phenylmercuric compounds
Source: EC 1223/2009 Annex V
- Chemical name
- Phenylmercuric salts (including borate)
- CAS
- 62-38-4, 94-43-9
- Max concentration
- 0,007 % (of Hg)If mixed with other mercurial compounds authorised by this Regulation, the maximum concentration of Hg remains fixed at 0,007 %
- Product type
- Eye products
- Conditions of use
- Max: 0,007 % (of Hg)If mixed with other mercurial compounds authorised by this Regulation, the maximum concentration of Hg remains fixed at 0,007 % Contains Phenylmercuric compounds
Source: UK retained EC 1223/2009 Annex V
AmericasNo restrictions
No specific restrictions for PHENYL MERCURIC CHLORIDE in United States, California, Maryland, Washington, Canada, Brazil.
East Asia & OceaniaNo restrictions
No specific restrictions for PHENYL MERCURIC CHLORIDE in South Korea, Japan, Taiwan, Australia.
ASEANNo restrictions
No specific restrictions for PHENYL MERCURIC CHLORIDE in Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia, Vietnam, Philippines.
GCC6 regulations
- Chemical name
- Phenylmercuric salts (including borate)
- CAS
- 62-38-4 / 94-43-9
- Max concentration
- 0.007% (of Hg) If mixed with other mercurial compounds authorized by this Directive, the maximum concentration of Hg remains fixed at 0.007%
- Product type
- Eye products
- Conditions of use
- Contains Phenylmercuric compounds
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 V)
- Chemical name
- Phenylmercuric salts (including borate)
- CAS
- 62-38-4 / 94-43-9
- Max concentration
- 0.007% (of Hg) If mixed with other mercurial compounds authorized by this Directive, the maximum concentration of Hg remains fixed at 0.007%
- Product type
- Eye products
- Conditions of use
- Contains Phenylmercuric compounds
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 V)
- Chemical name
- Phenylmercuric salts (including borate)
- CAS
- 62-38-4 / 94-43-9
- Max concentration
- 0.007% (of Hg) If mixed with other mercurial compounds authorized by this Directive, the maximum concentration of Hg remains fixed at 0.007%
- Product type
- Eye products
- Conditions of use
- Contains Phenylmercuric compounds
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 V)
- Chemical name
- Phenylmercuric salts (including borate)
- CAS
- 62-38-4 / 94-43-9
- Max concentration
- 0.007% (of Hg) If mixed with other mercurial compounds authorized by this Directive, the maximum concentration of Hg remains fixed at 0.007%
- Product type
- Eye products
- Conditions of use
- Contains Phenylmercuric compounds
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 V)
- Chemical name
- Phenylmercuric salts (including borate)
- CAS
- 62-38-4 / 94-43-9
- Max concentration
- 0.007% (of Hg) If mixed with other mercurial compounds authorized by this Directive, the maximum concentration of Hg remains fixed at 0.007%
- Product type
- Eye products
- Conditions of use
- Contains Phenylmercuric compounds
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 V)
- Chemical name
- Phenylmercuric salts (including borate)
- CAS
- 62-38-4 / 94-43-9
- Max concentration
- 0.007% (of Hg) If mixed with other mercurial compounds authorized by this Directive, the maximum concentration of Hg remains fixed at 0.007%
- Product type
- Eye products
- Conditions of use
- Contains Phenylmercuric compounds
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 V)
EAEUNo restrictions
No specific restrictions for PHENYL MERCURIC CHLORIDE in Russia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Armenia, Kyrgyzstan.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is PHENYL MERCURIC CHLORIDE banned in any country?
PHENYL MERCURIC CHLORIDE 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 PHENYL MERCURIC CHLORIDE in cosmetics?
PHENYL MERCURIC CHLORIDE is restricted or has conditions of use in UAE, Bahrain, 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 PHENYL MERCURIC CHLORIDE in cosmetics?
PHENYL MERCURIC CHLORIDE is regulated in 8 markets. It has restrictions in UAE, Bahrain, 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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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.