TOLUENE
TOLUENE is a cosmetic ingredient classified as Antioxidant. Also known as CAS 108-88-3. It is regulated in 19 markets including UAE, Australia, Bahrain.
Also Known As
- CAS Number
- 108-88-3
Market Overview — 29 Markets
Detailed Regulations
Europe2 regulations
- Chemical name
- Toluene
- CAS
- 108-88-3
- Max concentration
- 25%
- Product type
- Nail products
- Conditions of use
- Keep out of reach of children. To be used by adults only
Source: EC 1223/2009 Annex III
- Chemical name
- Benzene, methyl-
- CAS
- 108-88-3
- Max concentration
- 25 %
- Product type
- Nail products
- Conditions of use
- Max: 25 % Keep out of reach of children To be used by adults only
Source: UK retained EC 1223/2009 Annex III
Americas2 regulations
- Chemical name
- Toluene
- CAS
- 108-88-3
- Conditions of use
- Prop 65 Warning Required: developmental
Source: California Prop 65
- Chemical name
- Tolueno (CAS 108-88-3)
- CAS
- 108-88-3
- Max concentration
- 25%
- Product type
- Produtos para as unhas
- Conditions of use
- Application: Produtos para as unhas | Warnings: Manter fora do alcance das crianças. Usar somente em adultos.
Source: ANVISA RDC 530
East Asia & Oceania3 regulations
- Chemical name
- Toluene
- Conditions of use
- * 배합한도 : ∙ 손발톱용 제품류에 25% ∙ 기타 제품에는 사용금지
Source: MFDS Korea Cosmetics Regulation
- Chemical name
- Benzene, methyl-
- CAS
- 108-88-3
- Max concentration
- 25%
- Product type
- Nail products
- Other conditions
- Keep out of reach of children.
Source: TFDA Cosmetics Regulations
- Chemical name
- TOLUENE (excluding its derivatives)
- Conditions of use
- in preparations containing 50% or less of toluene or toluene and xylene.
Source: TGA SUSMP F2026L00060
ASEAN6 regulations
- Chemical name
- Benzene, methyl- Toluene
- CAS
- 108-88-3
- Max concentration
- 25%
- Product type
- Nail products
- Conditions of use
- Keep out of reach of children To be used by adults only
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- Benzene, methyl- Toluene
- CAS
- 108-88-3
- Max concentration
- 25%
- Product type
- Nail products
- Conditions of use
- Keep out of reach of children To be used by adults only
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- Benzene, methyl- Toluene
- CAS
- 108-88-3
- Max concentration
- 25%
- Product type
- Nail products
- Conditions of use
- Keep out of reach of children To be used by adults only
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- Benzene, methyl- Toluene
- CAS
- 108-88-3
- Max concentration
- 25%
- Product type
- Nail products
- Conditions of use
- Keep out of reach of children To be used by adults only
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- Benzene, methyl- Toluene
- CAS
- 108-88-3
- Max concentration
- 25%
- Product type
- Nail products
- Conditions of use
- Keep out of reach of children To be used by adults only
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- Benzene, methyl- Toluene
- CAS
- 108-88-3
- Max concentration
- 25%
- Product type
- Nail products
- Conditions of use
- Keep out of reach of children To be used by adults only
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
GCC6 regulations
- Chemical name
- Toluene
- CAS
- 108-88-3
- Max concentration
- 25%
- Product type
- Nail products
- Conditions of use
- Keep out of reach of children. To be used by adults only
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 III)
- Chemical name
- Toluene
- CAS
- 108-88-3
- Max concentration
- 25%
- Product type
- Nail products
- Conditions of use
- Keep out of reach of children. To be used by adults only
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 III)
- Chemical name
- Toluene
- CAS
- 108-88-3
- Max concentration
- 25%
- Product type
- Nail products
- Conditions of use
- Keep out of reach of children. To be used by adults only
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 III)
- Chemical name
- Toluene
- CAS
- 108-88-3
- Max concentration
- 25%
- Product type
- Nail products
- Conditions of use
- Keep out of reach of children. To be used by adults only
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 III)
- Chemical name
- Toluene
- CAS
- 108-88-3
- Max concentration
- 25%
- Product type
- Nail products
- Conditions of use
- Keep out of reach of children. To be used by adults only
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 III)
- Chemical name
- Toluene
- CAS
- 108-88-3
- Max concentration
- 25%
- Product type
- Nail products
- Conditions of use
- Keep out of reach of children. To be used by adults only
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 III)
EAEUNo restrictions
No specific restrictions for TOLUENE in Russia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Armenia, Kyrgyzstan.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is TOLUENE banned in any country?
TOLUENE 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 TOLUENE in cosmetics?
TOLUENE is restricted or has conditions of use in UAE, Australia, Bahrain, Brazil, European Union, Indonesia, South Korea, Kuwait, Malaysia, Oman, Philippines, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Thailand, Taiwan, United Kingdom, Vietnam. Restrictions may include maximum concentration limits, product type limitations, or mandatory labeling requirements. See the detailed regulations above for specifics.
Can I use TOLUENE in cosmetics?
TOLUENE is regulated in 19 markets. It has restrictions in UAE, Australia, Bahrain, Brazil, European Union, Indonesia, South Korea, Kuwait, Malaysia, Oman, Philippines, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Thailand, Taiwan, 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.