PREGNENOLONE ACETATE
PREGNENOLONE ACETATE is a cosmetic ingredient classified as Skin Conditioning. Also known as CAS 1778-02-5. It is regulated in 11 markets including UAE, Bahrain, European Union.
Also Known As
- CAS Number
- 1778-02-5
Market Overview — 29 Markets
Detailed Regulations
Europe3 regulations
- Chemical name
- Glucocorticoids (Corticosteroids)
- CAS
- 1778-02-5
Source: EC 1223/2009 Annex II
- Chemical name
- Anti-androgens of steroidal structure
- CAS
- 1778-02-5
Source: EC 1223/2009 Annex II
- Chemical name
- Anti-androgens of steroidal structure
Source: UK retained EC 1223/2009 Annex II
AmericasNo restrictions
No specific restrictions for PREGNENOLONE ACETATE in United States, California, Maryland, Washington, Canada, Brazil.
East Asia & Oceania3 regulations
- Chemical name
- Pregnenolone Acetate
Source: MFDS Korea Cosmetics Regulation
- Chemical name
- Pregnenolone acetate
- Conditions of use
- Listed as 'Progrenolone acetate' in original (likely typo)
Source: MHLW Standards for Cosmetics (Notification No.331 of 2000)
- Chemical name
- Pregnenolone acetate
- CAS
- 1778-02-5
Source: TFDA Cosmetics Regulations
ASEANNo restrictions
No specific restrictions for PREGNENOLONE ACETATE in Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia, Vietnam, Philippines.
GCC12 regulations
- Chemical name
- Glucocorticoids (Corticosteroids)
- CAS
- 1778-02-5
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 II)
- Chemical name
- Anti-androgens of steroidal structure
- CAS
- 1778-02-5
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 II)
- Chemical name
- Glucocorticoids (Corticosteroids)
- CAS
- 1778-02-5
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 II)
- Chemical name
- Anti-androgens of steroidal structure
- CAS
- 1778-02-5
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 II)
- Chemical name
- Glucocorticoids (Corticosteroids)
- CAS
- 1778-02-5
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 II)
- Chemical name
- Anti-androgens of steroidal structure
- CAS
- 1778-02-5
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 II)
- Chemical name
- Glucocorticoids (Corticosteroids)
- CAS
- 1778-02-5
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 II)
- Chemical name
- Anti-androgens of steroidal structure
- CAS
- 1778-02-5
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 II)
- Chemical name
- Glucocorticoids (Corticosteroids)
- CAS
- 1778-02-5
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 II)
- Chemical name
- Anti-androgens of steroidal structure
- CAS
- 1778-02-5
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 II)
- Chemical name
- Glucocorticoids (Corticosteroids)
- CAS
- 1778-02-5
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 II)
- Chemical name
- Anti-androgens of steroidal structure
- CAS
- 1778-02-5
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 II)
EAEUNo restrictions
No specific restrictions for PREGNENOLONE ACETATE in Russia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Armenia, Kyrgyzstan.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is PREGNENOLONE ACETATE banned in any country?
Yes, PREGNENOLONE ACETATE is banned in UAE, Bahrain, European Union, Japan, South Korea, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Taiwan, United Kingdom. Always check current regulations before formulating products for these markets.
What are the restrictions on PREGNENOLONE ACETATE in cosmetics?
PREGNENOLONE ACETATE is banned in UAE, Bahrain, European Union, Japan, South Korea, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Taiwan, United Kingdom and has no specific restrictions in other tracked markets.
Can I use PREGNENOLONE ACETATE in cosmetics?
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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.