TETRASODIUM ETIDRONATE

RestrictedCAS 3794-83-010 regulations across 9 markets

TETRASODIUM ETIDRONATE is a cosmetic ingredient classified as Chelating. Also known as CAS 3794-83-0. It is regulated in 9 markets including UAE, Bahrain, European Union.

Also Known As

CAS Number
2809-21-4, 3794-83-0

Market Overview — 29 Markets

European Union1
United Kingdom2
United States
California
Maryland
Washington
Canada
Brazil
South Korea1
Japan
Taiwan
Australia
Singapore
Malaysia
Thailand
Indonesia
Vietnam
Philippines
UAE1
Saudi Arabia1
Qatar1
Oman1
Kuwait1
Bahrain1
Russia
Belarus
Kazakhstan
Armenia
Kyrgyzstan

Detailed Regulations

Europe3 regulations
European UnionRestrictedAnnex III #53
Chemical name
(1-Hydroxyethylidene)diphosphonic acid and its salts
CAS
3794-83-0
Max concentration
(a) 1.5% (as etidronic acid) (b) 0.2% (as etidronic acid)
Product type
(a) Hair product (b) Soap

Source: EC 1223/2009 Annex III

United KingdomRestrictedAnnex III #53
Chemical name
(1-Hydroxyethylidene-diphosphonic acid) and its salts
CAS
2809-21-4
Max concentration
1,5 % (as etidronic acid)
Product type
(a)Hair- product
Conditions of use
Max: 1,5 % (as etidronic acid)

Source: UK retained EC 1223/2009 Annex III

United KingdomRestrictedAnnex III #53
Chemical name
(1-Hydroxyethylidene-diphosphonic acid) and its salts
CAS
2809-21-4
Max concentration
0,2 % (as etidronic acid)
Product type
(b)Soap
Conditions of use
Max: 0,2 % (as etidronic acid)

Source: UK retained EC 1223/2009 Annex III

AmericasNo restrictions

No specific restrictions for TETRASODIUM ETIDRONATE in United States, California, Maryland, Washington, Canada, Brazil.

East Asia & Oceania1 regulation
South KoreaRestrictedAnnex restricted #M883
Chemical name
Tetrasodium Etidronate
Conditions of use
* 배합한도 : ∙ 두발용 제품류 및 두발염색용 제품류에 산으로서 1.5% ∙ 인체 세정용 제품류에 산으로서 0.2% ∙ 기타 제품에는 사용금지

Source: MFDS Korea Cosmetics Regulation

ASEANNo restrictions

No specific restrictions for TETRASODIUM ETIDRONATE in Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia, Vietnam, Philippines.

GCC6 regulations
UAERestrictedAnnex III #53
Chemical name
(1-Hydroxyethylidene)diphosphonic acid and its salts
CAS
3794-83-0
Max concentration
(a) 1.5% (as etidronic acid) (b) 0.2% (as etidronic acid)
Product type
(a) Hair product (b) Soap

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

Saudi ArabiaRestrictedAnnex III #53
Chemical name
(1-Hydroxyethylidene)diphosphonic acid and its salts
CAS
3794-83-0
Max concentration
(a) 1.5% (as etidronic acid) (b) 0.2% (as etidronic acid)
Product type
(a) Hair product (b) Soap

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

QatarRestrictedAnnex III #53
Chemical name
(1-Hydroxyethylidene)diphosphonic acid and its salts
CAS
3794-83-0
Max concentration
(a) 1.5% (as etidronic acid) (b) 0.2% (as etidronic acid)
Product type
(a) Hair product (b) Soap

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

OmanRestrictedAnnex III #53
Chemical name
(1-Hydroxyethylidene)diphosphonic acid and its salts
CAS
3794-83-0
Max concentration
(a) 1.5% (as etidronic acid) (b) 0.2% (as etidronic acid)
Product type
(a) Hair product (b) Soap

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

KuwaitRestrictedAnnex III #53
Chemical name
(1-Hydroxyethylidene)diphosphonic acid and its salts
CAS
3794-83-0
Max concentration
(a) 1.5% (as etidronic acid) (b) 0.2% (as etidronic acid)
Product type
(a) Hair product (b) Soap

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

BahrainRestrictedAnnex III #53
Chemical name
(1-Hydroxyethylidene)diphosphonic acid and its salts
CAS
3794-83-0
Max concentration
(a) 1.5% (as etidronic acid) (b) 0.2% (as etidronic acid)
Product type
(a) Hair product (b) Soap

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

EAEUNo restrictions

No specific restrictions for TETRASODIUM ETIDRONATE in Russia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Armenia, Kyrgyzstan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is TETRASODIUM ETIDRONATE banned in any country?

TETRASODIUM ETIDRONATE 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 TETRASODIUM ETIDRONATE in cosmetics?

TETRASODIUM ETIDRONATE 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 TETRASODIUM ETIDRONATE 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.