SODIUM DEHYDROACETATE

RestrictedCAS 4418-26-210 regulations across 10 markets

SODIUM DEHYDROACETATE is a cosmetic ingredient classified as Preservative. Also known as CAS 4418-26-2. It is regulated in 10 markets including UAE, Bahrain, European Union.

Also Known As

CAS Number
16807-48-0, 4418-26-2, 520-45-6

Market Overview — 29 Markets

European Union1
United Kingdom1
United States
California
Maryland
Washington
Canada
Brazil
South Korea1
Japan
Taiwan1
Australia
Singapore
Malaysia
Thailand
Indonesia
Vietnam
Philippines
UAE1
Saudi Arabia1
Qatar1
Oman1
Kuwait1
Bahrain1
Russia
Belarus
Kazakhstan
Armenia
Kyrgyzstan

Detailed Regulations

Europe2 regulations
European UnionRestrictedAnnex V #13
Chemical name
3-Acetyl-6-methylpyran-2,4(3H)-dione and its salts
CAS
520-45-6 / 4418-26-2 / 16807-48-0
Max concentration
0.6% (as acid)
Other conditions
Not to be used in aerosol dispensers (sprays)

Source: EC 1223/2009 Annex V

United KingdomRestrictedAnnex V #13
Chemical name
3-Acetyl-6-methylpyran-2,4 (3H)-dione and its salts
CAS
520-45-6, 4418-26-2, 16807-48-0
Max concentration
0,6 % (as acid)
Conditions of use
Max: 0,6 % (as acid)
Other conditions
Not to be used in aerosol dispensers (sprays)

Source: UK retained EC 1223/2009 Annex V

AmericasNo restrictions

No specific restrictions for SODIUM DEHYDROACETATE in United States, California, Maryland, Washington, Canada, Brazil.

East Asia & Oceania2 regulations
South KoreaRestrictedAnnex restricted #M1047
Chemical name
Sodium Dehydroacetate
Conditions of use
* 배합한도 : 데하이드로아세틱애씨드로서 0.6% 에어로졸(스프레이에 한함) 제품에는 사용금지

Source: MFDS Korea Cosmetics Regulation

TaiwanRestrictedAnnex Preservatives List #15
Chemical name
3-Acetyl-6-methylpyran-2,4 (3H)-dione and its salts
CAS
520-45-6/ 16807-48-0/ 4418-26-2
Max concentration
0.6 % (以acid計)
Conditions of use
Not to be used in aerosol products

Source: TFDA Cosmetics Regulations

ASEANNo restrictions

No specific restrictions for SODIUM DEHYDROACETATE in Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia, Vietnam, Philippines.

GCC6 regulations
UAERestrictedAnnex V #13
Chemical name
3-Acetyl-6-methylpyran-2,4(3H)-dione and its salts
CAS
520-45-6 / 4418-26-2 / 16807-48-0
Max concentration
0.6% (as acid)
Other conditions
Not to be used in aerosol dispensers (sprays)

Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 V)

Saudi ArabiaRestrictedAnnex V #13
Chemical name
3-Acetyl-6-methylpyran-2,4(3H)-dione and its salts
CAS
520-45-6 / 4418-26-2 / 16807-48-0
Max concentration
0.6% (as acid)
Other conditions
Not to be used in aerosol dispensers (sprays)

Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 V)

QatarRestrictedAnnex V #13
Chemical name
3-Acetyl-6-methylpyran-2,4(3H)-dione and its salts
CAS
520-45-6 / 4418-26-2 / 16807-48-0
Max concentration
0.6% (as acid)
Other conditions
Not to be used in aerosol dispensers (sprays)

Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 V)

OmanRestrictedAnnex V #13
Chemical name
3-Acetyl-6-methylpyran-2,4(3H)-dione and its salts
CAS
520-45-6 / 4418-26-2 / 16807-48-0
Max concentration
0.6% (as acid)
Other conditions
Not to be used in aerosol dispensers (sprays)

Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 V)

KuwaitRestrictedAnnex V #13
Chemical name
3-Acetyl-6-methylpyran-2,4(3H)-dione and its salts
CAS
520-45-6 / 4418-26-2 / 16807-48-0
Max concentration
0.6% (as acid)
Other conditions
Not to be used in aerosol dispensers (sprays)

Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 V)

BahrainRestrictedAnnex V #13
Chemical name
3-Acetyl-6-methylpyran-2,4(3H)-dione and its salts
CAS
520-45-6 / 4418-26-2 / 16807-48-0
Max concentration
0.6% (as acid)
Other conditions
Not to be used in aerosol dispensers (sprays)

Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 V)

EAEUNo restrictions

No specific restrictions for SODIUM DEHYDROACETATE in Russia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Armenia, Kyrgyzstan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is SODIUM DEHYDROACETATE banned in any country?

SODIUM DEHYDROACETATE 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 SODIUM DEHYDROACETATE in cosmetics?

SODIUM DEHYDROACETATE 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 SODIUM DEHYDROACETATE in cosmetics?

SODIUM DEHYDROACETATE 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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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.