RETINOIC ACID
RETINOIC ACID is a cosmetic ingredient classified as Not Reported. Also known as CAS 302-79-4. It is regulated in 19 markets including UAE, Bahrain, Brazil.
Also Known As
- CAS Number
- 302-79-4
Market Overview — 29 Markets
Detailed Regulations
Europe2 regulations
- Chemical name
- Tretinoin (INN) (retinoic acid and its salts)
- CAS
- 302-79-4
Source: EC 1223/2009 Annex II
- Chemical name
- Tretinoin (INN) (retinoic acid and its salts)
- CAS
- 302-79-4
Source: UK retained EC 1223/2009 Annex II
Americas3 regulations
- Chemical name
- All-trans retinoic acid
- CAS
- 302-79-4
- Conditions of use
- Warning required under California Proposition 65
Source: California Prop 65 (OEHHA)
- Chemical name
- Retinoic Acid and its salts
- CAS
- 302-79-4
- Conditions of use
- Prohibited in cosmetics
Source: Health Canada Cosmetic Ingredient Hotlist
- Chemical name
- Tretinoína* (ácido retinóico e seus sais)
- CAS
- 302-79-4
Source: ANVISA RDC 529
East Asia & Oceania3 regulations
- Chemical name
- Tretinoin(retinoic acid and its salts)
- CAS
- 302-79-4
Source: MFDS Korea Cosmetics Regulation
- Chemical name
- Retinoic acid
Source: MFDS Korea Cosmetics Regulation
- Chemical name
- Tretinoin (INN) (retinoic acid and its salts)
- CAS
- 302-79-4
Source: TFDA Cosmetics Regulations
ASEAN6 regulations
- Chemical name
- Tretinoin (INN) ( / retinoic acid and its salts)
- CAS
- 302-79-4
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- Tretinoin (INN) ( / retinoic acid and its salts)
- CAS
- 302-79-4
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- Tretinoin (INN) ( / retinoic acid and its salts)
- CAS
- 302-79-4
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- Tretinoin (INN) ( / retinoic acid and its salts)
- CAS
- 302-79-4
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- Tretinoin (INN) ( / retinoic acid and its salts)
- CAS
- 302-79-4
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- Tretinoin (INN) ( / retinoic acid and its salts)
- CAS
- 302-79-4
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
GCC6 regulations
- Chemical name
- Tretinoin (INN) (retinoic acid and its salts)
- CAS
- 302-79-4
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 II)
- Chemical name
- Tretinoin (INN) (retinoic acid and its salts)
- CAS
- 302-79-4
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 II)
- Chemical name
- Tretinoin (INN) (retinoic acid and its salts)
- CAS
- 302-79-4
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 II)
- Chemical name
- Tretinoin (INN) (retinoic acid and its salts)
- CAS
- 302-79-4
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 II)
- Chemical name
- Tretinoin (INN) (retinoic acid and its salts)
- CAS
- 302-79-4
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 II)
- Chemical name
- Tretinoin (INN) (retinoic acid and its salts)
- CAS
- 302-79-4
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 II)
EAEUNo restrictions
No specific restrictions for RETINOIC ACID in Russia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Armenia, Kyrgyzstan.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is RETINOIC ACID banned in any country?
Yes, RETINOIC ACID 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 RETINOIC ACID in cosmetics?
RETINOIC ACID 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 RETINOIC ACID in cosmetics?
RETINOIC ACID is regulated in 19 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.