UROCANIC ACID
UROCANIC ACID is a cosmetic ingredient classified as Uv Absorber. Also known as CAS 104-98-3. It is regulated in 18 markets including UAE, Bahrain, Brazil.
Also Known As
- CAS Number
- 104-98-3, 27538-35-8
Market Overview — 29 Markets
Detailed Regulations
Europe2 regulations
- Chemical name
- 3-Imidazol-4-ylacrylic acid (Urocanic acid) and its ethyl ester
- CAS
- 27538-35-8 / 104-98-3
Source: EC 1223/2009 Annex II
- Chemical name
- 3-Imidazol-4-ylacrylic acid (Urocanic acid) and its ethyl ester
- CAS
- 104-98-3/27538-35-8
Source: UK retained EC 1223/2009 Annex II
Americas2 regulations
- Chemical name
- 3-Imidazol-4-ylacrylic acid and its ethyl ester
- CAS
- 104-98-3
- Conditions of use
- Prohibited in cosmetics
Source: Health Canada Cosmetic Ingredient Hotlist
- Chemical name
- Ácido 3-imidazol-4-ilacrílico (ácido urocânico) e seu éster etílico
- CAS
- 104-98-3
Source: ANVISA RDC 529
East Asia & Oceania2 regulations
- Chemical name
- Urocanic Acid
Source: MFDS Korea Cosmetics Regulation
- Chemical name
- 3-Imidazol-4-ylacrylic acid (Urocanic acid) and its ethyl ester
- CAS
- 104-98-3/ 27538-35-8
Source: TFDA Cosmetics Regulations
ASEAN6 regulations
- Chemical name
- 3-Imidazol-4-ylacrylic acid and its ethyl ester ( / Urocanic acid)
- CAS
- 104-98-3
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- 3-Imidazol-4-ylacrylic acid and its ethyl ester ( / Urocanic acid)
- CAS
- 104-98-3
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- 3-Imidazol-4-ylacrylic acid and its ethyl ester ( / Urocanic acid)
- CAS
- 104-98-3
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- 3-Imidazol-4-ylacrylic acid and its ethyl ester ( / Urocanic acid)
- CAS
- 104-98-3
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- 3-Imidazol-4-ylacrylic acid and its ethyl ester ( / Urocanic acid)
- CAS
- 104-98-3
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- 3-Imidazol-4-ylacrylic acid and its ethyl ester ( / Urocanic acid)
- CAS
- 104-98-3
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
GCC6 regulations
- Chemical name
- 3-Imidazol-4-ylacrylic acid (Urocanic acid) and its ethyl ester
- CAS
- 27538-35-8 / 104-98-3
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 II)
- Chemical name
- 3-Imidazol-4-ylacrylic acid (Urocanic acid) and its ethyl ester
- CAS
- 27538-35-8 / 104-98-3
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 II)
- Chemical name
- 3-Imidazol-4-ylacrylic acid (Urocanic acid) and its ethyl ester
- CAS
- 27538-35-8 / 104-98-3
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 II)
- Chemical name
- 3-Imidazol-4-ylacrylic acid (Urocanic acid) and its ethyl ester
- CAS
- 27538-35-8 / 104-98-3
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 II)
- Chemical name
- 3-Imidazol-4-ylacrylic acid (Urocanic acid) and its ethyl ester
- CAS
- 27538-35-8 / 104-98-3
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 II)
- Chemical name
- 3-Imidazol-4-ylacrylic acid (Urocanic acid) and its ethyl ester
- CAS
- 27538-35-8 / 104-98-3
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 II)
EAEUNo restrictions
No specific restrictions for UROCANIC ACID in Russia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Armenia, Kyrgyzstan.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is UROCANIC ACID banned in any country?
Yes, UROCANIC ACID is banned in UAE, Bahrain, Brazil, Canada, European Union, Indonesia, South Korea, Kuwait, Malaysia, Oman, Philippines, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Thailand, Taiwan, United Kingdom, Vietnam. Always check current regulations before formulating products for these markets.
What are the restrictions on UROCANIC ACID in cosmetics?
UROCANIC ACID is banned in UAE, Bahrain, Brazil, Canada, European Union, Indonesia, South Korea, Kuwait, Malaysia, Oman, Philippines, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Thailand, Taiwan, United Kingdom, Vietnam and has no specific restrictions in other tracked markets.
Can I use UROCANIC ACID in cosmetics?
UROCANIC ACID is regulated in 18 markets. It is banned in UAE, Bahrain, Brazil, Canada, 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.