THEOPHYLLINE
THEOPHYLLINE is a cosmetic ingredient classified as Skin Conditioning. Also known as CAS 58-55-9. It is regulated in 15 markets including UAE, Bahrain, Canada.
Also Known As
- CAS Number
- 58-55-9
Market Overview — 29 Markets
Detailed Regulations
Europe2 regulations
- Chemical name
- Theophylline; 1,3-dimethyl-3,7-dihydro-1H-purine-2,6-dione
- CAS
- 58-55-9
Source: EC 1223/2009 Annex II
- Chemical name
- Theophylline; 1,3-dimethyl-3,7-dihydro-1 H-purine-2,6-dione
- CAS
- 58-55-9
Source: UK retained EC 1223/2009 Annex II
Americas1 regulation
- Chemical name
- Theophylline
- CAS
- 58-55-9
- Conditions of use
- Prohibited in cosmetics
Source: Health Canada Cosmetic Ingredient Hotlist
East Asia & OceaniaNo restrictions
No specific restrictions for THEOPHYLLINE in South Korea, Japan, Taiwan, Australia.
ASEAN6 regulations
- Chemical name
- Theophylline; 1,3-dimethyl-3,7-dihydro-1H-purine-2,6-dione
- CAS
- 58-55-9
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- Theophylline; 1,3-dimethyl-3,7-dihydro-1H-purine-2,6-dione
- CAS
- 58-55-9
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- Theophylline; 1,3-dimethyl-3,7-dihydro-1H-purine-2,6-dione
- CAS
- 58-55-9
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- Theophylline; 1,3-dimethyl-3,7-dihydro-1H-purine-2,6-dione
- CAS
- 58-55-9
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- Theophylline; 1,3-dimethyl-3,7-dihydro-1H-purine-2,6-dione
- CAS
- 58-55-9
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- Theophylline; 1,3-dimethyl-3,7-dihydro-1H-purine-2,6-dione
- CAS
- 58-55-9
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
GCC6 regulations
- Chemical name
- Theophylline; 1,3-dimethyl-3,7-dihydro-1H-purine-2,6-dione
- CAS
- 58-55-9
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 II)
- Chemical name
- Theophylline; 1,3-dimethyl-3,7-dihydro-1H-purine-2,6-dione
- CAS
- 58-55-9
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 II)
- Chemical name
- Theophylline; 1,3-dimethyl-3,7-dihydro-1H-purine-2,6-dione
- CAS
- 58-55-9
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 II)
- Chemical name
- Theophylline; 1,3-dimethyl-3,7-dihydro-1H-purine-2,6-dione
- CAS
- 58-55-9
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 II)
- Chemical name
- Theophylline; 1,3-dimethyl-3,7-dihydro-1H-purine-2,6-dione
- CAS
- 58-55-9
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 II)
- Chemical name
- Theophylline; 1,3-dimethyl-3,7-dihydro-1H-purine-2,6-dione
- CAS
- 58-55-9
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 II)
EAEUNo restrictions
No specific restrictions for THEOPHYLLINE in Russia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Armenia, Kyrgyzstan.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is THEOPHYLLINE banned in any country?
Yes, THEOPHYLLINE is banned in UAE, Bahrain, Canada, European Union, Indonesia, Kuwait, Malaysia, Oman, Philippines, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Thailand, United Kingdom, Vietnam. Always check current regulations before formulating products for these markets.
What are the restrictions on THEOPHYLLINE in cosmetics?
THEOPHYLLINE is banned in UAE, Bahrain, Canada, European Union, Indonesia, Kuwait, Malaysia, Oman, Philippines, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Thailand, United Kingdom, Vietnam and has no specific restrictions in other tracked markets.
Can I use THEOPHYLLINE in cosmetics?
THEOPHYLLINE is regulated in 15 markets. It is banned in UAE, Bahrain, Canada, European Union, Indonesia, Kuwait, Malaysia, Oman, Philippines, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Thailand, 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.