SELENIUM SULFIDE
SELENIUM SULFIDE is a cosmetic ingredient classified as Anti-Seborrheic. Also known as CAS 7488-56-4. It is regulated in 16 markets including UAE, Bahrain, European Union.
Also Known As
- CAS Number
- 7446-34-6, 7488-56-4
Market Overview — 29 Markets
Detailed Regulations
Europe2 regulations
- Chemical name
- Selenium sulfide
- CAS
- 7488-56-4
- Max concentration
- 1%
- Product type
- Antidandruff shampoos
- Conditions of use
- Contains selenium disulphide Avoid contact with eyes or damaged skin
Source: EC 1223/2009 Annex III
- Chemical name
- Selenium sulfide
- CAS
- 7488-56-4
- Max concentration
- 1 %
- Product type
- Antidandruff shampoos
- Conditions of use
- Max: 1 % Contains selenium disulphideAvoid contact with eyes or damaged skin
Source: UK retained EC 1223/2009 Annex III
Americas1 regulation
- Chemical name
- Selenium sulfide
- CAS
- 7446-34-6
- Conditions of use
- Prop 65 Warning Required: cancer
Source: California Prop 65
East Asia & Oceania1 regulation
- Chemical name
- Selenium disulfide
- CAS
- 7488-56-4
- Max concentration
- 0.5%
- Other conditions
- Avoid contact with eyes
Source: TFDA Cosmetics Regulations
ASEAN6 regulations
- Chemical name
- Selenium sulfide Selenium disulphide
- CAS
- 7488-56-4
- Max concentration
- 1%
- Product type
- Anti-dandruff shampoo
- Conditions of use
- • Contains selenium disulphide • Avoid contact with eyes or damaged skin
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- Selenium sulfide Selenium disulphide
- CAS
- 7488-56-4
- Max concentration
- 1%
- Product type
- Anti-dandruff shampoo
- Conditions of use
- • Contains selenium disulphide • Avoid contact with eyes or damaged skin
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- Selenium sulfide Selenium disulphide
- CAS
- 7488-56-4
- Max concentration
- 1%
- Product type
- Anti-dandruff shampoo
- Conditions of use
- • Contains selenium disulphide • Avoid contact with eyes or damaged skin
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- Selenium sulfide Selenium disulphide
- CAS
- 7488-56-4
- Max concentration
- 1%
- Product type
- Anti-dandruff shampoo
- Conditions of use
- • Contains selenium disulphide • Avoid contact with eyes or damaged skin
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- Selenium sulfide Selenium disulphide
- CAS
- 7488-56-4
- Max concentration
- 1%
- Product type
- Anti-dandruff shampoo
- Conditions of use
- • Contains selenium disulphide • Avoid contact with eyes or damaged skin
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- Selenium sulfide Selenium disulphide
- CAS
- 7488-56-4
- Max concentration
- 1%
- Product type
- Anti-dandruff shampoo
- Conditions of use
- • Contains selenium disulphide • Avoid contact with eyes or damaged skin
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
GCC6 regulations
- Chemical name
- Selenium sulfide
- CAS
- 7488-56-4
- Max concentration
- 1%
- Product type
- Antidandruff shampoos
- Conditions of use
- Contains selenium disulphide Avoid contact with eyes or damaged skin
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 III)
- Chemical name
- Selenium sulfide
- CAS
- 7488-56-4
- Max concentration
- 1%
- Product type
- Antidandruff shampoos
- Conditions of use
- Contains selenium disulphide Avoid contact with eyes or damaged skin
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 III)
- Chemical name
- Selenium sulfide
- CAS
- 7488-56-4
- Max concentration
- 1%
- Product type
- Antidandruff shampoos
- Conditions of use
- Contains selenium disulphide Avoid contact with eyes or damaged skin
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 III)
- Chemical name
- Selenium sulfide
- CAS
- 7488-56-4
- Max concentration
- 1%
- Product type
- Antidandruff shampoos
- Conditions of use
- Contains selenium disulphide Avoid contact with eyes or damaged skin
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 III)
- Chemical name
- Selenium sulfide
- CAS
- 7488-56-4
- Max concentration
- 1%
- Product type
- Antidandruff shampoos
- Conditions of use
- Contains selenium disulphide Avoid contact with eyes or damaged skin
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 III)
- Chemical name
- Selenium sulfide
- CAS
- 7488-56-4
- Max concentration
- 1%
- Product type
- Antidandruff shampoos
- Conditions of use
- Contains selenium disulphide Avoid contact with eyes or damaged skin
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 III)
EAEUNo restrictions
No specific restrictions for SELENIUM SULFIDE in Russia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Armenia, Kyrgyzstan.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is SELENIUM SULFIDE banned in any country?
SELENIUM SULFIDE 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 SELENIUM SULFIDE in cosmetics?
SELENIUM SULFIDE is restricted or has conditions of use in UAE, Bahrain, European Union, Indonesia, Kuwait, Malaysia, Oman, Philippines, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Thailand, Taiwan, United Kingdom, Vietnam. Restrictions may include maximum concentration limits, product type limitations, or mandatory labeling requirements. See the detailed regulations above for specifics.
Can I use SELENIUM SULFIDE in cosmetics?
SELENIUM SULFIDE is regulated in 16 markets. It has restrictions in UAE, Bahrain, European Union, Indonesia, 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.