SODIUM PHENYLBENZIMIDAZOLE SULFONATE

RestrictedCAS 5997-53-58 regulations across 8 markets

SODIUM PHENYLBENZIMIDAZOLE SULFONATE is a cosmetic ingredient classified as Uv Absorber. Also known as CAS 5997-53-5. It is regulated in 8 markets including UAE, Bahrain, European Union.

Also Known As

CAS Number
27503-81-7, 5997-53-5

Market Overview — 29 Markets

European Union1
United Kingdom1
United States
California
Maryland
Washington
Canada
Brazil
South Korea
Japan
Taiwan
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 VI #6
Chemical name
2-Phenylbenzimidazole-5-sulphonic acid and its potassium, sodium and triethanolamine salts / Ensulizole
CAS
5997-53-5
Max concentration
8%(as acid)

Source: EC 1223/2009 Annex VI

United KingdomRestrictedAnnex VI #6
Chemical name
2-Phenylbenzimidazole-5-sulfonic acid and its potassium, sodium and triethanolamine salts/Ensulizole
CAS
27503-81-7
Max concentration
8 %(as acid)
Conditions of use
Max: 8 %(as acid)

Source: UK retained EC 1223/2009 Annex VI

AmericasNo restrictions

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

East Asia & OceaniaNo restrictions

No specific restrictions for SODIUM PHENYLBENZIMIDAZOLE SULFONATE in South Korea, Japan, Taiwan, Australia.

ASEANNo restrictions

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

GCC6 regulations
UAERestrictedAnnex VI #6
Chemical name
2-Phenylbenzimidazole-5-sulphonic acid and its potassium, sodium and triethanolamine salts / Ensulizole
CAS
5997-53-5
Max concentration
8%(as acid)

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

Saudi ArabiaRestrictedAnnex VI #6
Chemical name
2-Phenylbenzimidazole-5-sulphonic acid and its potassium, sodium and triethanolamine salts / Ensulizole
CAS
5997-53-5
Max concentration
8%(as acid)

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

QatarRestrictedAnnex VI #6
Chemical name
2-Phenylbenzimidazole-5-sulphonic acid and its potassium, sodium and triethanolamine salts / Ensulizole
CAS
5997-53-5
Max concentration
8%(as acid)

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

OmanRestrictedAnnex VI #6
Chemical name
2-Phenylbenzimidazole-5-sulphonic acid and its potassium, sodium and triethanolamine salts / Ensulizole
CAS
5997-53-5
Max concentration
8%(as acid)

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

KuwaitRestrictedAnnex VI #6
Chemical name
2-Phenylbenzimidazole-5-sulphonic acid and its potassium, sodium and triethanolamine salts / Ensulizole
CAS
5997-53-5
Max concentration
8%(as acid)

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

BahrainRestrictedAnnex VI #6
Chemical name
2-Phenylbenzimidazole-5-sulphonic acid and its potassium, sodium and triethanolamine salts / Ensulizole
CAS
5997-53-5
Max concentration
8%(as acid)

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

EAEUNo restrictions

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is SODIUM PHENYLBENZIMIDAZOLE SULFONATE banned in any country?

SODIUM PHENYLBENZIMIDAZOLE SULFONATE 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 PHENYLBENZIMIDAZOLE SULFONATE in cosmetics?

SODIUM PHENYLBENZIMIDAZOLE SULFONATE is restricted or has conditions of use in UAE, Bahrain, European Union, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, 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 PHENYLBENZIMIDAZOLE SULFONATE in cosmetics?

SODIUM PHENYLBENZIMIDAZOLE SULFONATE is regulated in 8 markets. It has restrictions in UAE, Bahrain, European Union, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, 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.