POTASSIUM UNDECYLENATE
POTASSIUM UNDECYLENATE is a cosmetic ingredient classified as Preservative. Also known as CAS 6159-41-7. It is regulated in 10 markets including UAE, Bahrain, European Union.
Also Known As
- CAS Number
- 112-38-9, 1322-14-1, 6159-41-7, 84471-25-0, 3398-33-2, 56532-40-2
Market Overview — 29 Markets
Detailed Regulations
Europe2 regulations
- Chemical name
- Undec-10-enoic acid and its salts
- CAS
- 112-38-9 / 6159-41-7 / 3398-33-2 / 1322-14-1 / 84471-25-0 / 56532-40-2
- Max concentration
- 0.2% (as acid)
Source: EC 1223/2009 Annex V
- Chemical name
- Undec-10-enoic acid and its salts
- CAS
- 112-38-9, 6159-41-7, 3398-33-2, 1322-14-1, 84471-2
- Max concentration
- 0,2 % (as acid)
- Conditions of use
- Max: 0,2 % (as acid)
Source: UK retained EC 1223/2009 Annex V
AmericasNo restrictions
No specific restrictions for POTASSIUM UNDECYLENATE in United States, California, Maryland, Washington, Canada, Brazil.
East Asia & Oceania2 regulations
- Chemical name
- Potassium Undecylenate
- Conditions of use
- * 배합한도 : ∙ 사용 후 씻어내는 제품에 산으로서 0.2% ∙ 기타 제품에는 사용금지
Source: MFDS Korea Cosmetics Regulation
- Chemical name
- Undec-10-enoic acid and its salts
- CAS
- 112-38-9/ 6159-41-7/ 1322-14-1/ 3398-33-2/ 56532-40-2/84471-25-0
- Max concentration
- 0.2 % (以acid計)
Source: TFDA Cosmetics Regulations
ASEANNo restrictions
No specific restrictions for POTASSIUM UNDECYLENATE in Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia, Vietnam, Philippines.
GCC6 regulations
- Chemical name
- Undec-10-enoic acid and its salts
- CAS
- 112-38-9 / 6159-41-7 / 3398-33-2 / 1322-14-1 / 84471-25-0 / 56532-40-2
- Max concentration
- 0.2% (as acid)
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 V)
- Chemical name
- Undec-10-enoic acid and its salts
- CAS
- 112-38-9 / 6159-41-7 / 3398-33-2 / 1322-14-1 / 84471-25-0 / 56532-40-2
- Max concentration
- 0.2% (as acid)
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 V)
- Chemical name
- Undec-10-enoic acid and its salts
- CAS
- 112-38-9 / 6159-41-7 / 3398-33-2 / 1322-14-1 / 84471-25-0 / 56532-40-2
- Max concentration
- 0.2% (as acid)
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 V)
- Chemical name
- Undec-10-enoic acid and its salts
- CAS
- 112-38-9 / 6159-41-7 / 3398-33-2 / 1322-14-1 / 84471-25-0 / 56532-40-2
- Max concentration
- 0.2% (as acid)
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 V)
- Chemical name
- Undec-10-enoic acid and its salts
- CAS
- 112-38-9 / 6159-41-7 / 3398-33-2 / 1322-14-1 / 84471-25-0 / 56532-40-2
- Max concentration
- 0.2% (as acid)
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 V)
- Chemical name
- Undec-10-enoic acid and its salts
- CAS
- 112-38-9 / 6159-41-7 / 3398-33-2 / 1322-14-1 / 84471-25-0 / 56532-40-2
- Max concentration
- 0.2% (as acid)
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 V)
EAEUNo restrictions
No specific restrictions for POTASSIUM UNDECYLENATE in Russia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Armenia, Kyrgyzstan.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is POTASSIUM UNDECYLENATE banned in any country?
POTASSIUM UNDECYLENATE 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 POTASSIUM UNDECYLENATE in cosmetics?
POTASSIUM UNDECYLENATE is restricted or has conditions of use in UAE, Bahrain, 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 POTASSIUM UNDECYLENATE in cosmetics?
POTASSIUM UNDECYLENATE is regulated in 10 markets. It has restrictions in UAE, Bahrain, 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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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.