STEARALKONIUM CHLORIDE

RestrictedCAS 122-19-017 regulations across 9 markets

STEARALKONIUM CHLORIDE is a cosmetic ingredient classified as Antistatic. Also known as CAS 122-19-0. It is regulated in 9 markets including UAE, Bahrain, European Union.

Also Known As

CAS Number
122-19-0, 68989-01-5, 8001-54-5, 85409-22-9, 91080-29-4, 61789-71-7, 63449-41-2, 68391-01-5, 68424-85-1

Market Overview — 29 Markets

European Union2
United Kingdom2
United States
California
Maryland
Washington
Canada
Brazil
South Korea1
Japan
Taiwan
Australia
Singapore
Malaysia
Thailand
Indonesia
Vietnam
Philippines
UAE2
Saudi Arabia2
Qatar2
Oman2
Kuwait2
Bahrain2
Russia
Belarus
Kazakhstan
Armenia
Kyrgyzstan

Detailed Regulations

Europe4 regulations
European UnionRestrictedAnnex III #65
Chemical name
Benzalkonium chloride, bromide and saccharinate (9)
CAS
91080-29-4 / 63449-41-2 / 68391-01-5 / 68424-85-1 / 85409-22-9 / 68989-01-5
Max concentration
3% (as benzalkonium chloride)
Product type
Rinse-off hair (head) products
Conditions of use
Avoid contact with the eyes
Other conditions
In the final products the concentrations of benzalkonium chloride, bromide and saccharinate with an alkyl chain of C14, or less must not exceed 0.1% (as benzalkonium chloride) For purposes other than inhibiting the development of micro-organismes in the product. This purpose has to be apparent from the presentation of the product

Source: EC 1223/2009 Annex III

European UnionRestrictedAnnex V #54
Chemical name
Benzalkonium chloride, bromide and saccharinate (10)
CAS
8001-54-5/ 63449-41-2 / 91080-29-4 / 68989-01-5 / 68424-85-1 / 68391-01-5 / 61789-71-7 / 85409-22-9
Max concentration
0.1% (as benzalkonium chloride)
Conditions of use
Avoid contact with eyes

Source: EC 1223/2009 Annex V

United KingdomRestrictedAnnex III #65
Chemical name
Benzalkonium chloride, bromide and saccharinate
CAS
91080-29-4
Max concentration
3 % (as benzalkonium chloride)
Product type
Rinse-off hair (head) products
Conditions of use
Max: 3 % (as benzalkonium chloride) Avoid contact with eyes
Other conditions
In the final products the concentrations of benzalkonium chloride, bromide and saccharinate with an alkyl chain of C14, or less must not exceed 0,1 % (as benzalkonium chloride)

Source: UK retained EC 1223/2009 Annex III

United KingdomRestrictedAnnex V #54
Chemical name
Benzalkonium chloride, bromide and saccharinate
CAS
8001-54-5, 63449-41-2, 91080-29-4, 68989-01-5, 684
Max concentration
0,1 % (as benzalkonium chloride)
Conditions of use
Max: 0,1 % (as benzalkonium chloride) Avoid contact with eyes

Source: UK retained EC 1223/2009 Annex V

AmericasNo restrictions

No specific restrictions for STEARALKONIUM CHLORIDE in United States, California, Maryland, Washington, Canada, Brazil.

East Asia & Oceania1 regulation
South KoreaRestrictedAnnex restricted #M981
Chemical name
Stearalkonium Chloride
Conditions of use
* 배합한도 : ∙ 사용 후 씻어내는 제품에 벤잘코늄클로라이드로서 0.1% ∙ 기타 제품에 벤잘코늄클로라이드로서 0.05% ∙ 분사형 제품에 벤잘코늄클로라이드는 사용금지

Source: MFDS Korea Cosmetics Regulation

ASEANNo restrictions

No specific restrictions for STEARALKONIUM CHLORIDE in Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia, Vietnam, Philippines.

GCC12 regulations
UAERestrictedAnnex III #65
Chemical name
Benzalkonium chloride, bromide and saccharinate (9)
CAS
91080-29-4 / 63449-41-2 / 68391-01-5 / 68424-85-1 / 85409-22-9 / 68989-01-5
Max concentration
3% (as benzalkonium chloride)
Product type
Rinse-off hair (head) products
Conditions of use
Avoid contact with the eyes
Other conditions
In the final products the concentrations of benzalkonium chloride, bromide and saccharinate with an alkyl chain of C14, or less must not exceed 0.1% (as benzalkonium chloride) For purposes other than inhibiting the development of micro-organismes in the product. This purpose has to be apparent from the presentation of the product

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

UAERestrictedAnnex V #54
Chemical name
Benzalkonium chloride, bromide and saccharinate (10)
CAS
8001-54-5/ 63449-41-2 / 91080-29-4 / 68989-01-5 / 68424-85-1 / 68391-01-5 / 61789-71-7 / 85409-22-9
Max concentration
0.1% (as benzalkonium chloride)
Conditions of use
Avoid contact with eyes

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

Saudi ArabiaRestrictedAnnex III #65
Chemical name
Benzalkonium chloride, bromide and saccharinate (9)
CAS
91080-29-4 / 63449-41-2 / 68391-01-5 / 68424-85-1 / 85409-22-9 / 68989-01-5
Max concentration
3% (as benzalkonium chloride)
Product type
Rinse-off hair (head) products
Conditions of use
Avoid contact with the eyes
Other conditions
In the final products the concentrations of benzalkonium chloride, bromide and saccharinate with an alkyl chain of C14, or less must not exceed 0.1% (as benzalkonium chloride) For purposes other than inhibiting the development of micro-organismes in the product. This purpose has to be apparent from the presentation of the product

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

Saudi ArabiaRestrictedAnnex V #54
Chemical name
Benzalkonium chloride, bromide and saccharinate (10)
CAS
8001-54-5/ 63449-41-2 / 91080-29-4 / 68989-01-5 / 68424-85-1 / 68391-01-5 / 61789-71-7 / 85409-22-9
Max concentration
0.1% (as benzalkonium chloride)
Conditions of use
Avoid contact with eyes

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

QatarRestrictedAnnex III #65
Chemical name
Benzalkonium chloride, bromide and saccharinate (9)
CAS
91080-29-4 / 63449-41-2 / 68391-01-5 / 68424-85-1 / 85409-22-9 / 68989-01-5
Max concentration
3% (as benzalkonium chloride)
Product type
Rinse-off hair (head) products
Conditions of use
Avoid contact with the eyes
Other conditions
In the final products the concentrations of benzalkonium chloride, bromide and saccharinate with an alkyl chain of C14, or less must not exceed 0.1% (as benzalkonium chloride) For purposes other than inhibiting the development of micro-organismes in the product. This purpose has to be apparent from the presentation of the product

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

QatarRestrictedAnnex V #54
Chemical name
Benzalkonium chloride, bromide and saccharinate (10)
CAS
8001-54-5/ 63449-41-2 / 91080-29-4 / 68989-01-5 / 68424-85-1 / 68391-01-5 / 61789-71-7 / 85409-22-9
Max concentration
0.1% (as benzalkonium chloride)
Conditions of use
Avoid contact with eyes

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

OmanRestrictedAnnex III #65
Chemical name
Benzalkonium chloride, bromide and saccharinate (9)
CAS
91080-29-4 / 63449-41-2 / 68391-01-5 / 68424-85-1 / 85409-22-9 / 68989-01-5
Max concentration
3% (as benzalkonium chloride)
Product type
Rinse-off hair (head) products
Conditions of use
Avoid contact with the eyes
Other conditions
In the final products the concentrations of benzalkonium chloride, bromide and saccharinate with an alkyl chain of C14, or less must not exceed 0.1% (as benzalkonium chloride) For purposes other than inhibiting the development of micro-organismes in the product. This purpose has to be apparent from the presentation of the product

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

OmanRestrictedAnnex V #54
Chemical name
Benzalkonium chloride, bromide and saccharinate (10)
CAS
8001-54-5/ 63449-41-2 / 91080-29-4 / 68989-01-5 / 68424-85-1 / 68391-01-5 / 61789-71-7 / 85409-22-9
Max concentration
0.1% (as benzalkonium chloride)
Conditions of use
Avoid contact with eyes

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

KuwaitRestrictedAnnex III #65
Chemical name
Benzalkonium chloride, bromide and saccharinate (9)
CAS
91080-29-4 / 63449-41-2 / 68391-01-5 / 68424-85-1 / 85409-22-9 / 68989-01-5
Max concentration
3% (as benzalkonium chloride)
Product type
Rinse-off hair (head) products
Conditions of use
Avoid contact with the eyes
Other conditions
In the final products the concentrations of benzalkonium chloride, bromide and saccharinate with an alkyl chain of C14, or less must not exceed 0.1% (as benzalkonium chloride) For purposes other than inhibiting the development of micro-organismes in the product. This purpose has to be apparent from the presentation of the product

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

KuwaitRestrictedAnnex V #54
Chemical name
Benzalkonium chloride, bromide and saccharinate (10)
CAS
8001-54-5/ 63449-41-2 / 91080-29-4 / 68989-01-5 / 68424-85-1 / 68391-01-5 / 61789-71-7 / 85409-22-9
Max concentration
0.1% (as benzalkonium chloride)
Conditions of use
Avoid contact with eyes

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

BahrainRestrictedAnnex III #65
Chemical name
Benzalkonium chloride, bromide and saccharinate (9)
CAS
91080-29-4 / 63449-41-2 / 68391-01-5 / 68424-85-1 / 85409-22-9 / 68989-01-5
Max concentration
3% (as benzalkonium chloride)
Product type
Rinse-off hair (head) products
Conditions of use
Avoid contact with the eyes
Other conditions
In the final products the concentrations of benzalkonium chloride, bromide and saccharinate with an alkyl chain of C14, or less must not exceed 0.1% (as benzalkonium chloride) For purposes other than inhibiting the development of micro-organismes in the product. This purpose has to be apparent from the presentation of the product

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

BahrainRestrictedAnnex V #54
Chemical name
Benzalkonium chloride, bromide and saccharinate (10)
CAS
8001-54-5/ 63449-41-2 / 91080-29-4 / 68989-01-5 / 68424-85-1 / 68391-01-5 / 61789-71-7 / 85409-22-9
Max concentration
0.1% (as benzalkonium chloride)
Conditions of use
Avoid contact with eyes

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

EAEUNo restrictions

No specific restrictions for STEARALKONIUM CHLORIDE in Russia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Armenia, Kyrgyzstan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is STEARALKONIUM CHLORIDE banned in any country?

STEARALKONIUM CHLORIDE 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 STEARALKONIUM CHLORIDE in cosmetics?

STEARALKONIUM CHLORIDE is restricted or has conditions of use in UAE, Bahrain, European Union, South Korea, 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 STEARALKONIUM CHLORIDE in cosmetics?

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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.