VINYL ACETATE
VINYL ACETATE is a cosmetic ingredient classified as Cleansing. Also known as CAS 108-05-4. It is regulated in 16 markets including UAE, Australia, Bahrain.
Also Known As
- CAS Number
- 108-05-4
Market Overview — 29 Markets
Detailed Regulations
Europe2 regulations
- Chemical name
- Vinyl acetate
- CAS
- 108-05-4
Source: EC 1223/2009 Annex II
- Chemical name
- Vinyl acetate
- CAS
- 108-05-4
Source: UK retained EC 1223/2009 Annex II
Americas2 regulations
- Chemical name
- Vinyl acetate
- CAS
- 108-05-4
- Conditions of use
- Banned effective 2027-01-01 (AB 496 Phase 2)
Source: CA AB 496 (Toxic-Free Cosmetics Act Phase 2)
- Chemical name
- Vinyl acetate
- CAS
- 108-05-4
- Conditions of use
- Prop 65 Warning Required: cancer
Source: California Prop 65
East Asia & Oceania1 regulation
- Chemical name
- VINYL ACETATE MONOMER (excluding its derivatives) except
- Conditions of use
- (a) in preparations for therapeutic use; or (b) in cosmetic preparations containing 0.01% or less of vinyl acetate as residual monomer in a polymer; or (c) in other preparations containing 1% or less of vinyl acetate.
Source: TGA SUSMP F2026L00060
ASEAN6 regulations
- Chemical name
- Vinyl acetate
- CAS
- 108-05-4
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- Vinyl acetate
- CAS
- 108-05-4
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- Vinyl acetate
- CAS
- 108-05-4
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- Vinyl acetate
- CAS
- 108-05-4
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- Vinyl acetate
- CAS
- 108-05-4
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- Vinyl acetate
- CAS
- 108-05-4
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
GCC6 regulations
- Chemical name
- Vinyl acetate
- CAS
- 108-05-4
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 II)
- Chemical name
- Vinyl acetate
- CAS
- 108-05-4
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 II)
- Chemical name
- Vinyl acetate
- CAS
- 108-05-4
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 II)
- Chemical name
- Vinyl acetate
- CAS
- 108-05-4
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 II)
- Chemical name
- Vinyl acetate
- CAS
- 108-05-4
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 II)
- Chemical name
- Vinyl acetate
- CAS
- 108-05-4
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 II)
EAEUNo restrictions
No specific restrictions for VINYL ACETATE in Russia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Armenia, Kyrgyzstan.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is VINYL ACETATE banned in any country?
Yes, VINYL ACETATE is banned in UAE, Bahrain, European Union, Indonesia, Kuwait, Malaysia, Oman, Philippines, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Thailand, United Kingdom, California, Vietnam. Always check current regulations before formulating products for these markets.
What are the restrictions on VINYL ACETATE in cosmetics?
VINYL ACETATE is restricted or has conditions of use in Australia. Restrictions may include maximum concentration limits, product type limitations, or mandatory labeling requirements. See the detailed regulations above for specifics.
Can I use VINYL ACETATE in cosmetics?
VINYL ACETATE is regulated in 16 markets. It is banned in UAE, Bahrain, European Union, Indonesia, Kuwait, Malaysia, Oman, Philippines, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Thailand, United Kingdom, California, Vietnam. It has restrictions in Australia. 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.