PHENYL SALICYLATE

BannedCAS 118-55-82 regulations across 2 markets

PHENYL SALICYLATE is a cosmetic ingredient classified as Antimicrobial. Also known as CAS 118-55-8. It is regulated in 2 markets including Japan, South Korea.

Also Known As

CAS Number
118-55-8

Market Overview — 29 Markets

European Union
United Kingdom
United States
California
Maryland
Washington
Canada
Brazil
South Korea1
Japan1
Taiwan
Australia
Singapore
Malaysia
Thailand
Indonesia
Vietnam
Philippines
UAE
Saudi Arabia
Qatar
Oman
Kuwait
Bahrain
Russia
Belarus
Kazakhstan
Armenia
Kyrgyzstan

Detailed Regulations

EuropeNo restrictions

No specific restrictions for PHENYL SALICYLATE in European Union, United Kingdom.

AmericasNo restrictions

No specific restrictions for PHENYL SALICYLATE in United States, California, Maryland, Washington, Canada, Brazil.

East Asia & Oceania2 regulations
South KoreaBannedAnnex banned #M736
Chemical name
Phenyl Salicylate

Source: MFDS Korea Cosmetics Regulation

JapanRestrictedAnnex Appendix 2 (Restricted) #2-1
Chemical name
Phenyl salicylate
Max concentration
1.0%

Source: MHLW Standards for Cosmetics (Notification No.331 of 2000)

ASEANNo restrictions

No specific restrictions for PHENYL SALICYLATE in Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia, Vietnam, Philippines.

GCCNo restrictions

No specific restrictions for PHENYL SALICYLATE in UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Oman, Kuwait, Bahrain.

EAEUNo restrictions

No specific restrictions for PHENYL SALICYLATE in Russia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Armenia, Kyrgyzstan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is PHENYL SALICYLATE banned in any country?

Yes, PHENYL SALICYLATE is banned in South Korea. Always check current regulations before formulating products for these markets.

What are the restrictions on PHENYL SALICYLATE in cosmetics?

PHENYL SALICYLATE is restricted or has conditions of use in Japan. Restrictions may include maximum concentration limits, product type limitations, or mandatory labeling requirements. See the detailed regulations above for specifics.

Can I use PHENYL SALICYLATE in cosmetics?

PHENYL SALICYLATE is regulated in 2 markets. It is banned in South Korea. It has restrictions in Japan. 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.