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We track 6,679 rules from 28 laws and lists for consumer goods here, and 12 changes starting in the next 24 months. Type your product to see which apply.
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12 changes to 104 rules start in the European Union in the next 24 months.
- Restricts 7 substancesAcetylated Vetiveria Zizanioides Root Extract (Vetiveria zizanioides, ext., acetylated Oils, vetiver, acetylated; CAS 84082-84-8) and 6 moreRegulation (EC) No 1223/2009 on cosmetic products, Annexes II-VI (consolidated)
- Restricts 2 substancesGlycidol and 1 moreRegulation (EU) 2023/915 on maximum levels for certain contaminants in food
- Battery passport15 requirements, including QR codeRegulation (EU) 2023/1542 concerning batteries and waste batteries
- Limits household and office equipment standby2 rules starting the same dayCommission Regulation (EU) 2023/826 laying down ecodesign requirements for off mode, standby mode
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What we check here for each industry, and from when. Open an industry to see what we cover and what we don't. A law we hold but haven't checked shows as Not checked, with its quote. Anything we don't cover shows as Not covered. Neither is ever clear.
ClaraDB gives a verdict only for PFAS state laws for cookware and bakeware, California Proposition 65 consumer-product warning check for BPA, BPS, formaldehyde, styrene, antimony trioxide, vinyl acetate, lead and cadmium, California Proposition 65 warning check for candles and ceramicware (lead, cadmium, formaldehyde, acetaldehyde, benzene, naphthalene, carbon monoxide, benzo[a]pyrene), US packaging EPR producer size thresholds (California, Colorado, Maryland, Minnesota, Oregon, Washington) for a brand-owning manufacturer, US lead in children's products and furniture (lead paint and total lead content), US lead in toys and child care articles (lead paint and total lead content), US lead in children's products (other) and bags (lead paint and total lead content), US phthalates in children's toys and child care articles (DEHP, DBP, BBP, DINP, DIBP, DPENP, DHEXP, DCHP) and US children's product certificate and tracking label for children's tableware (AI-checked, quotes verified word for word). Every other answer shows the laws and quotes found without saying whether they apply. Not checked: Consumer electronics (FCC equipment authorization, 47 CFR Parts 2 and 15, energy rules). What ClaraDB has checked
Home and kitchen goodsMain sourcesfrom 1 Jan 20257 areas read · 7 not read yet
- food-contact framework (Reg. 1935/2004)
- plastic food-contact materials (Reg. 10/2011)
- bisphenols ban (Reg. 2024/3190)
- ceramics lead/cadmium (Dir. 84/500)
- PFAS in food-contact packaging (PPWR 2025/40)
- REACH Annex XVII restrictions affecting home goods
- General Product Safety Regulation (2023/988)
- national food-contact rules of member states (e.g. France, Germany, Italy)
- REACH SVHC candidate-list duties (Art. 33: list not obtainable)
- Toy Safety and Construction Products rules
- EU textile labelling
- ecodesign/ESPR
- CLP labelling
- Furniture fire-safety national rules
Cosmetics and personal careMain sourcesfrom 18 May 20266 areas read · 6 not read yet
- Reg. 1223/2009 Annexes II (prohibited)
- III (restricted)
- IV (colourants)
- V (preservatives)
- VI (UV filters) and Art. 19 labelling
- Arts. 4 to 13: Responsible Person, safety assessment and safety report (CPSR), product information file (PIF), CPNP notification
- CLP classification and labelling of cosmetic mixtures
- REACH Annex XVII entries beyond cosmetics (e.g. microplastics Reg. 2023/2055)
- national rules (e.g. French recycling labels, German language rules)
- claims criteria (Reg. 655/2013)
- packaging law (PPWR)
- Annex III-VI entries adopted after the stored consolidation
Packaged food and beveragesMain sourcesfrom 19 Aug 20264 areas read · 10 not read yet
Food regulations in their consolidated versions of 18 and 19 Aug 2026 and 1 Jan 2026.
- Reg. 1169/2011 food information (mandatory particulars Art. 9-10, ingredient list and 14 allergens Art. 18-21 and Annex II, nutrition declaration Art. 29-35 and Annex V, date marking Art. 24 and Annex X, net quantity Art. 23, language Art. 15, origin Art. 26)
- Reg. 1333/2008 food additives (Annex II permitted uses by food category with maximum levels, Annex III)
- Reg. 2023/915 maximum levels of contaminants
- Reg. 178/2002 general food law (Art. 17-19 operators and importers)
- Reg. 1924/2006 nutrition and health claims
- Reg. 1829/2003 GMO authorisation
- flavourings (Reg. 1334/2008)
- novel foods (Reg. 2015/2283)
- pesticide MRLs (Reg. 396/2005)
- microbiological criteria (Reg. 2073/2005)
- vertical product standards (e.g. chocolate, honey, juices)
- official controls on imports (Reg. 2017/625)
- national measures of member states
- food-contact materials (covered under home and kitchen goods)
Consumer electronics and small appliancesMain sourcesfrom 1 Jul 20268 areas read · 7 not read yet
- RoHS Dir. 2011/65 restricted substances and Annex III/IV exemptions
- WEEE Dir. 2012/19 marking and producer registration (per-Member-State registers not covered by ClaraDB)
- LVD 2014/35, EMC 2014/30 and RED 2014/53 conformity marking and declaration of conformity
- common charger Dir. 2022/2380
- RED delegated Reg. 2022/30 cybersecurity
- ecodesign and energy labelling for external power supplies (2019/1782), standby (2023/826), displays (2019/2021, 2019/2013) and light sources (2019/2020, 2019/2015)
- GPSR (covered under home and kitchen goods)
- Cyber Resilience Act 2024/2847
- REACH SVHC article duty (candidate list not stored)
- Battery Reg. 2023/1542 duties (covered under batteries and e-bikes)
- ecodesign and labelling for vacuum cleaners, space heaters, fans, air conditioners and ovens
- Machinery Dir. 2006/42 and outdoor noise Dir. 2000/14
- national WEEE and packaging EPR registers
- medical devices
- toys
Batteries, e-bikes and power banksMain sourcesfrom 13 Aug 20264 areas read · 4 not read yet
Regulation (EU) 2023/1542 as consolidated on 13 Aug 2026.
- Reg. 2023/1542 as consolidated 2026-08-13: Annex I Hg, Cd, Pb restrictions, Art. 11 removability and replaceability, Art. 13 and Annex VI labelling, Art. 14 LMT state-of-health data, carbon footprint, passport, due diligence (as amended by 2025/1561), EPR and waste duties as in the text
- Directive 2006/66 (repealed 2025-08-18) for transitional provisions only
- Reg. 168/2013 L-category and pedal-assist boundary (Art. 2(2)(h))
- power banks and battery chargers as electrical equipment: EMC 2014/30, LVD 2014/35, RED 2014/53, RoHS 2011/65 and WEEE 2012/19 duties (the electronics rules applied to these categories)
- delegated and implementing acts: 2025/606 recycling efficiency, 2025/2289 reporting, the Art. 13 labelling implementing act (not yet adopted), harmonised standards (Decision 2026/2048)
- for e-bikes and e-scooters: Machinery Directive and EN 15194 / EN 17128 standards (paid)
- national EPR registers, UN 38.3 and ADR carriage rules
- enforcement, penalties and market-surveillance articles (Arts. 78 onward), Arts. 19, 21 to 37 (notified bodies), 44 to 46 and the battery-passport data model (Annex XIII) are not covered
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Limit 0.009 % (content basis)
In the finished (ready for use) cosmetic product. Maximum concentration cell: (d) 0,009 %. Field of application: (d) Leave-on hair products (spray/aerosol).
Consolidated text (not the authentic legal edition), current to 18 May 2026. EUR-Lex consolidated text: a documentation tool without legal effect; the acts published in the Official Journal are authentic. Consolidated version CELEX 02009R1223-20260518 from the Publications Office, the latest when read.
- Leave-on product
- Applied as a spray
Depends on: rinse off, sprayable
In force since 1 Aug 2026
Applies to products placed on the market on or after 1 Aug 2026
Row footnote: products containing the substance shall not be placed on the Union market from 2026-08-01. The row-level date is read from the annex footnote (EU).
From the consolidated text: (d) Leave-on hair products (spray/aerosol) · (d) 0,009 %
Annex III entry 324 (l3) · fetched 2026-10-09
European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Reg. (EC) 1223/2009 Annexes II-VI(opens in a new tab)Limit 0.05 % (content basis)
In the finished (ready for use) cosmetic product. Maximum concentration cell: (a) 0,05 % Retinol Equivalent (RE) (b) 0,3 % RE. Field of application: (a) Body lotion (b) other leave-on and rinse-off products. Other: For any cosmetic product containing Retinol, Retinyl Acetate or Retinyl Palmitate the following, labelling is obligatory: ‘Contains Vitamin A. Consider your daily intake before use’..
Consolidated text (not the authentic legal edition), current to 18 May 2026. EUR-Lex consolidated text: a documentation tool without legal effect; the acts published in the Official Journal are authentic. Consolidated version CELEX 02009R1223-20260518 from the Publications Office, the latest when read.
- Applied to: Body
Depends on: body area
In force since 1 Nov 2025
Applies to products placed on the market on or after 1 Nov 2025
Row footnote: products containing the substance shall not be placed on the Union market from 2025-11-01 and not be made available from 2027-05-01. The row-level date is read from the annex footnote (EU).
From the consolidated text: 234-328-2/ 200-683-7 · (a) Body lotion (b) other leave-on and rinse-off products · (a) 0,05 % Retinol Equivalent (RE) (b) 0,3 % RE
Annex III entry 376 (v1a) · fetched 2026-10-09
European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Reg. (EC) 1223/2009 Annexes II-VI(opens in a new tab)Limit 2 % (content basis)
In the finished (ready for use) cosmetic product. Maximum concentration cell: (a) 3,0 % (b) 2,0 % (c) 0,5 %. Field of application: (a) Rinse-off hair products (b) Other products except body lotion, eye shadow, mascara, eyeliner, lipstick, roll-on deodorant (c) Body lotion, eye shadow, mascara, eyeliner, lipstick, roll-on deodorant. Other: (a) (b) (c) Not to be used in preparations for children under 3 years of age. Not to be used in applications that may lead to exposure of the end-user’s lungs by inhalation. Not to be used in oral products. For purposes other than inhibiting the development of micro-organisms in the product. This purpose has to be apparent from the presentation of the product. These levels are inclusive of any use of salicylic acid..
The start date is not stated in the text (date unknown).
Consolidated text (not the authentic legal edition), current to 18 May 2026. EUR-Lex consolidated text: a documentation tool without legal effect; the acts published in the Official Journal are authentic. Consolidated version CELEX 02009R1223-20260518 from the Publications Office, the latest when read.
- Applied to: Body
Depends on: body area
In force, start date unknown
No date for this row is stated in the published text (consolidation marker M40; the amending act's application date is not printed). In force no later than 2026-05-18 (the date of the version ClaraDB holds); earlier commencement is not stated in the published text.
“(a) 3,0 % (b) 2,0 % (c) 0,5 %”
Limit 0.5 % (content basis)
In the finished (ready for use) cosmetic product. Maximum concentration cell: (a) 3,0 % (b) 2,0 % (c) 0,5 %. Field of application: (a) Rinse-off hair products (b) Other products except body lotion, eye shadow, mascara, eyeliner, lipstick, roll-on deodorant (c) Body lotion, eye shadow, mascara, eyeliner, lipstick, roll-on deodorant. Other: (a) (b) (c) Not to be used in preparations for children under 3 years of age. Not to be used in applications that may lead to exposure of the end-user’s lungs by inhalation. Not to be used in oral products. For purposes other than inhibiting the development of micro-organisms in the product. This purpose has to be apparent from the presentation of the product. These levels are inclusive of any use of salicylic acid..
The start date is not stated in the text (date unknown).
Consolidated text (not the authentic legal edition), current to 18 May 2026. EUR-Lex consolidated text: a documentation tool without legal effect; the acts published in the Official Journal are authentic. Consolidated version CELEX 02009R1223-20260518 from the Publications Office, the latest when read.
- Applied to: Body
Depends on: body area
In force, start date unknown
No date for this row is stated in the published text (consolidation marker M40; the amending act's application date is not printed). In force no later than 2026-05-18 (the date of the version ClaraDB holds); earlier commencement is not stated in the published text.
“(a) 3,0 % (b) 2,0 % (c) 0,5 %”
Limit 0.5 % (content basis)
In the finished (ready for use) cosmetic product. Maximum concentration cell: (a) 2 % (b) 0,5 %. Field of application: (a) Face cream (b) Body lotion. Other: Hydroquinone levels shall remain as low as possible in formulations containing alpha-Arbutin and shall not be higher than the unavoidable trace level..
Consolidated text (not the authentic legal edition), current to 18 May 2026. EUR-Lex consolidated text: a documentation tool without legal effect; the acts published in the Official Journal are authentic. Consolidated version CELEX 02009R1223-20260518 from the Publications Office, the latest when read.
- Applied to: Body
Depends on: body area
In force since 1 Feb 2025
Applies to products placed on the market on or after 1 Feb 2025
Row footnote: products containing the substance shall not be placed on the Union market from 2025-02-01 and not be made available from 2025-11-01. The row-level date is read from the annex footnote (EU).
From the consolidated text: 4-Hydroxyphenyl-alpha-D-glucopyranoside (44) · Alpha-Arbutin · 84380-01-8 · 617-561-8 · (a) Face cream (b) Body lotion · (a) 2 % (b) 0,5 %
Annex III entry 377 (v2b) · fetched 2026-10-09
European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Reg. (EC) 1223/2009 Annexes II-VI(opens in a new tab)Limit 2.6 % (content basis)
In the finished (ready for use) cosmetic product. Maximum concentration cell: (e) 2,6 %. Field of application: (e) The following spray products: fine fragrances, hair sprays, antiperspirants and deodorants.
The start date is not stated in the text (date unknown).
Consolidated text (not the authentic legal edition), current to 18 May 2026. EUR-Lex consolidated text: a documentation tool without legal effect; the acts published in the Official Journal are authentic. Consolidated version CELEX 02009R1223-20260518 from the Publications Office, the latest when read.
- Applied as a spray
Depends on: sprayable
In force, start date unknown
No date for this row is stated in the published text (consolidation marker C3; the amending act's application date is not printed). In force no later than 2026-05-18 (the date of the version ClaraDB holds); earlier commencement is not stated in the published text.
From the consolidated text: (e) The following spray products: fine fragrances, hair sprays, antiperspirants and deodorants · (e) 2,6 %
Annex III entry 297 (l4) · fetched 2026-10-09
European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Reg. (EC) 1223/2009 Annexes II-VI(opens in a new tab)Limit 0.65 % (content basis)
In the finished (ready for use) cosmetic product. Maximum concentration cell: (n) 0,65 %. Field of application: (n) Mouth spray.
Consolidated text (not the authentic legal edition), current to 18 May 2026. EUR-Lex consolidated text: a documentation tool without legal effect; the acts published in the Official Journal are authentic. Consolidated version CELEX 02009R1223-20260518 from the Publications Office, the latest when read.
- Applied as a spray
Depends on: sprayable
In force since 1 Aug 2026
Applies to products placed on the market on or after 1 Aug 2026
Row footnote: products containing the substance shall not be placed on the Union market from 2026-08-01. The row-level date is read from the annex footnote (EU).
From the consolidated text: (n) Mouth spray · (n) 0,65 %
Annex III entry 324 (l13) · fetched 2026-10-09
European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Reg. (EC) 1223/2009 Annexes II-VI(opens in a new tab)Limit 0.003 % (content basis)
In the finished (ready for use) cosmetic product. Maximum concentration cell: (e) 0,003 %. Field of application: (e) Deodorant spray/aerosol.
Consolidated text (not the authentic legal edition), current to 18 May 2026. EUR-Lex consolidated text: a documentation tool without legal effect; the acts published in the Official Journal are authentic. Consolidated version CELEX 02009R1223-20260518 from the Publications Office, the latest when read.
- Applied as a spray
Depends on: sprayable
In force since 1 Aug 2026
Applies to products placed on the market on or after 1 Aug 2026
Row footnote: products containing the substance shall not be placed on the Union market from 2026-08-01. The row-level date is read from the annex footnote (EU).
From the consolidated text: (e) Deodorant spray/aerosol · (e) 0,003 %
Annex III entry 324 (l4) · fetched 2026-10-09
European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Reg. (EC) 1223/2009 Annexes II-VI(opens in a new tab)Limit 1.4 % (content basis)
In the finished (ready for use) cosmetic product. Maximum concentration cell: (a) 25 %; (b) 1,4 % for general consumers, and 1.1 % for professional use.. Field of application: (a) face products in loose powder form (b) hair aerosol spray products (c) other products. Other: (a) (b) Only in the pigmentary form (c) Not to be used in applications that may lead to exposure of the end-user’s lungs by inhalation.
The start date is not stated in the text (date unknown).
Consolidated text (not the authentic legal edition), current to 18 May 2026. EUR-Lex consolidated text: a documentation tool without legal effect; the acts published in the Official Journal are authentic. Consolidated version CELEX 02009R1223-20260518 from the Publications Office, the latest when read.
- Applied as a spray
Depends on: sprayable
In force, start date unknown
No date for this row is stated in the published text (consolidation marker M40; the amending act's application date is not printed). In force no later than 2026-05-18 (the date of the version ClaraDB holds); earlier commencement is not stated in the published text.
“(a) 25 %; (b) 1,4 % for general consumers, and 1.1 % for professional use.”
Limit 0.8 % (content basis)
In the finished (ready for use) cosmetic product. Maximum concentration cell: 0,8 %. Field of application: (a) soap (b) anti-dandruff shampoos (c) deodorants, not in form of spray. Other: For purposes other than inhibiting the development of micro-organisms in the product. This purpose has to be apparent from the presentation of the product.
The start date is not stated in the text (date unknown).
Consolidated text (not the authentic legal edition), current to 18 May 2026. EUR-Lex consolidated text: a documentation tool without legal effect; the acts published in the Official Journal are authentic. Consolidated version CELEX 02009R1223-20260518 from the Publications Office, the latest when read.
- Applied as a spray
Depends on: sprayable
In force, start date unknown
No date for this row is stated in the published text (consolidation marker M1; the amending act's application date is not printed). In force no later than 2026-05-18 (the date of the version ClaraDB holds); earlier commencement is not stated in the published text.
From the consolidated text: Ethyl Lauroyl Arginate HCl · 60372-77-2 · 434-630-6 · (a) soap (b) anti-dandruff shampoos (c) deodorants, not in form of spray · 0,8 %
Annex III entry 197 · fetched 2026-10-09
European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Reg. (EC) 1223/2009 Annexes II-VI(opens in a new tab)Limit 9 % (content basis)
In the finished (ready for use) cosmetic product. Maximum concentration cell: a) 9 % b) 10 %. Field of application: a) Propellant spray products b) Other products.
Consolidated text (not the authentic legal edition), current to 18 May 2026. EUR-Lex consolidated text: a documentation tool without legal effect; the acts published in the Official Journal are authentic. Consolidated version CELEX 02009R1223-20260518 from the Publications Office, the latest when read.
- Applied as a spray
Depends on: sprayable
In force since 29 Jan 2023
Applies to products placed on the market on or after 29 Jan 2023
Row footnote: products containing the substance shall not be placed on the Union market from 2023-01-29. The row-level date is read from the annex footnote (EU).
From the consolidated text: Octocrylene · 6197-30-4 · 228-250-8 · a) Propellant spray products b) Other products · a) 9 % b) 10 %
Annex VI entry 10 (v1a) · fetched 2026-10-09
European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Reg. (EC) 1223/2009 Annexes II-VI(opens in a new tab)Limit 0.007 % (content basis)
In the finished (ready for use) cosmetic product. Maximum concentration cell: 0,007 % (of Hg) If mixed with other mercurial compounds authorised by this Regulation, the maximum concentration of Hg remains fixed at 0,007 %. Field of application: Eye products.
Consolidated text (not the authentic legal edition), current to 18 May 2026. EUR-Lex consolidated text: a documentation tool without legal effect; the acts published in the Official Journal are authentic. Consolidated version CELEX 02009R1223-20260518 from the Publications Office, the latest when read.
- Applied to: Eye area
Depends on: body area
In force since 11 Jul 2013
Applies to products placed on the market on or after 11 Jul 2013
No row-level date in the consolidated text for this entry; it applies from the Regulation's application date (Art. 40: 11 July 2013). Later amendments (the ▼M markers) are not dated row by row in the text.
“0,007 % (of Hg) If mixed with other mercurial compounds authorised by this Regulation, the maximum concentration of Hg remains fixed at 0,007 %”
Limit 0.007 % (content basis)
In the finished (ready for use) cosmetic product. Maximum concentration cell: 0,007 % (of Hg) If mixed with other mercurial compounds authorised by this Regulation, the maximum concentration of Hg remains fixed at 0,007 %. Field of application: Eye products.
Consolidated text (not the authentic legal edition), current to 18 May 2026. EUR-Lex consolidated text: a documentation tool without legal effect; the acts published in the Official Journal are authentic. Consolidated version CELEX 02009R1223-20260518 from the Publications Office, the latest when read.
- Applied to: Eye area
Depends on: body area
In force since 11 Jul 2013
Applies to products placed on the market on or after 11 Jul 2013
No row-level date in the consolidated text for this entry; it applies from the Regulation's application date (Art. 40: 11 July 2013). Later amendments (the ▼M markers) are not dated row by row in the text.
“0,007 % (of Hg) If mixed with other mercurial compounds authorised by this Regulation, the maximum concentration of Hg remains fixed at 0,007 %”
Limit 0.05 % (content basis)
In the finished (ready for use) cosmetic product. Maximum concentration cell: (b) 0,05 %. Field of application: (b) Face makeup (except lip products, eye makeup and makeup remover).
Consolidated text (not the authentic legal edition), current to 18 May 2026. EUR-Lex consolidated text: a documentation tool without legal effect; the acts published in the Official Journal are authentic. Consolidated version CELEX 02009R1223-20260518 from the Publications Office, the latest when read.
- Applied to: Lips
Depends on: body area
In force since 1 Aug 2026
Applies to products placed on the market on or after 1 Aug 2026
Row footnote: products containing the substance shall not be placed on the Union market from 2026-08-01. The row-level date is read from the annex footnote (EU).
From the consolidated text: (b) Face makeup (except lip products, eye makeup and makeup remover) · (b) 0,05 %
Annex III entry 324 (l1) · fetched 2026-10-09
European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Reg. (EC) 1223/2009 Annexes II-VI(opens in a new tab)Limit 0.03 % (content basis)
In the finished (ready for use) cosmetic product. Maximum concentration cell: (j) 0,03 %. Field of application: (j) Lip products.
Consolidated text (not the authentic legal edition), current to 18 May 2026. EUR-Lex consolidated text: a documentation tool without legal effect; the acts published in the Official Journal are authentic. Consolidated version CELEX 02009R1223-20260518 from the Publications Office, the latest when read.
- Applied to: Lips
Depends on: body area
In force since 1 Aug 2026
Applies to products placed on the market on or after 1 Aug 2026
Row footnote: products containing the substance shall not be placed on the Union market from 2026-08-01. The row-level date is read from the annex footnote (EU).
From the consolidated text: (j) Lip products · (j) 0,03 %
Annex III entry 324 (l9) · fetched 2026-10-09
European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Reg. (EC) 1223/2009 Annexes II-VI(opens in a new tab)Limit 0.2 % (content basis)
In the finished (ready for use) cosmetic product. Maximum concentration cell: For (a) and (b): 0,2 %. Field of application: (a) Lip products (b) Eye shadow.
The start date is not stated in the text (date unknown).
Consolidated text (not the authentic legal edition), current to 18 May 2026. EUR-Lex consolidated text: a documentation tool without legal effect; the acts published in the Official Journal are authentic. Consolidated version CELEX 02009R1223-20260518 from the Publications Office, the latest when read.
- Applied to: Lips
Depends on: body area
In force, start date unknown
No date for this row is stated in the published text (consolidation marker M53; the amending act's application date is not printed). In force no later than 2026-05-18 (the date of the version ClaraDB holds); earlier commencement is not stated in the published text.
From the consolidated text: 77820 · 7440-22-4 · 231-131-3 · White · (a) Lip products (b) Eye shadow · For (a) and (b): 0,2 %
Annex IV entry 142 · fetched 2026-10-09
European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Reg. (EC) 1223/2009 Annexes II-VI(opens in a new tab)Limit 2.6 % (content basis)
In the finished (ready for use) cosmetic product. Maximum concentration cell: (d) 2,6 %. Field of application: (d) Other non-spray cosmetic products.
The start date is not stated in the text (date unknown).
Consolidated text (not the authentic legal edition), current to 18 May 2026. EUR-Lex consolidated text: a documentation tool without legal effect; the acts published in the Official Journal are authentic. Consolidated version CELEX 02009R1223-20260518 from the Publications Office, the latest when read.
- Not applied as a spray
Depends on: sprayable
In force, start date unknown
No date for this row is stated in the published text (consolidation marker C3; the amending act's application date is not printed). In force no later than 2026-05-18 (the date of the version ClaraDB holds); earlier commencement is not stated in the published text.
From the consolidated text: (d) Other non-spray cosmetic products · (d) 2,6 %
Annex III entry 297 (l3) · fetched 2026-10-09
European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Reg. (EC) 1223/2009 Annexes II-VI(opens in a new tab)Limit 0.3 % (content basis)
In the finished (ready for use) cosmetic product. Maximum concentration cell: 0,3 %. Field of application: Toothpastes; Hand soaps; Body soaps/Shower gels; Deodorants (non-spray); Face powders and blemish concealers; Nail products for cleaning the fingernails and toenails before the application of artificial nail systems;. Other: Not to be used in toothpaste intended for children under 3 years of age..
Consolidated text (not the authentic legal edition), current to 18 May 2026. EUR-Lex consolidated text: a documentation tool without legal effect; the acts published in the Official Journal are authentic. Consolidated version CELEX 02009R1223-20260518 from the Publications Office, the latest when read.
- Not applied as a spray
Depends on: sprayable
In force since 1 Jan 2025
Applies to products placed on the market on or after 1 Jan 2025
Row footnote: products containing the substance shall not be placed on the Union market from 2025-01-01. The row-level date is read from the annex footnote (EU).
“0,3 %”
89 rules from Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 on cosmetic products, Annexes II-VI (consolidated)
Limit 1 % (content basis)
Show targets (40 of 89)
- Hydroxyethyl-2-Nitro-p-Toluidine (2-(4-Methyl-2-nitroanilino)ethanol; CAS 100418-33-5)
- HC Violet No 2 (1-Propanol, 3-[[4-[bis(2-hydroxyethyl)amino]-2-nitrophenyl]amino]; CAS 104226-19-9)
- HC Yellow No 7 (CAS 104226-21-3)
- HC Yellow No 13 (N-(2-Hydroxyethyl)-2-nitro-4-trifluormethyl-aniline; CAS 10442-83-8)
- HC Blue No 12 (CAS 104516-93-0)
- Acid Black 1 (CAS 1064-48-8)
- HC Yellow No 10 (1,5-Di-(beta-hydroxyethylamino)-2-nitro-4-chlorobenzene; CAS 109023-83-8)
- Butoxyethanol (Ethylene glycol monobutyl ether (EGBE); CAS 111-76-2)
- Ethoxydiglycol (CAS 111-90-0)
- HC Blue No 18 (CAS 1166834-57-6)
- HC Yellow No 16 (CAS 1184721-10-5)
- Disperse Violet 1 (1,4-Diaminoanthraquinone; CAS 128-95-0)
- 2-Chloro-6-ethylamino-4-nitrophenol (Phenol, 2-Chloro-6-(ethylamino)-4-nitro-; CAS 131657-78-8)
- HC Red No 18 (CAS 1444596-49-9)
- HC Red No 17 (CAS 1449471-67-3)
- HC Orange No 6 (CAS 1449653-83-1)
- HC Yellow No 17 (CAS 1450801-55-4)
- HC Blue No 17 (CAS 16517-75-2)
- Acid Red 92 (CAS 18472-87-2)
- Acid Yellow 23 (CAS 1934-21-0)
- Disperse Black 9 (Ethanol, 2,2’-[[4-[(4-aminophenyl)azo]phenyl]imino]bis-; CAS 20721-50-0)
- HC Blue No 11 (CAS 23920-15-2)
- HC Red No 7 (2-(4-Amino-3-nitroanilino)ethanol; CAS 24905-87-1)
- Curry Red (CAS 25956-17-6)
- Acid Red 18 (CAS 2611-82-7)
- 4-Nitrophenyl aminoethylurea (1-(beta-Ureidoethyl)amino-4-nitrobenzene; CAS 27080-42-8)
- 2,2'-Methylenebis-4-aminophenol HCl (Phenol, 2,2'-methylenebis[4-amino-], dihydrochloride; CAS 27311-52-0)
- HC Red No 1 (2-Nitro-N1-phenyl-benzene-1,4-diamine; CAS 2784-89-6)
- 2,6-Diamino-3-((Pyridine-3-yl)azo)Pyridine (2,6-Pyridinediamine, 3-(3-pyridinylazo); CAS 28365-08-4)
- HC Red No 3 (CAS 2871-01-4)
- Dihydroxy indoline Dihydroxy indoline HBr (2,3-Dihydro-1H-indole-5,6-diol and its hydrobromide salt; CAS 29539-03-5)
- HC Red No 13 (2,2′-[(4-Amino-3-nitrophenyl)imino]bisethanol and its hydrochloride; CAS 29705-39-3)
- Dihydroxyindole (1H-Indole-5,6-diol; CAS 3131-52-0)
- Disperse Red 17 (CAS 3179-89-3)
- Basic Violet 2 (CAS 3248-91-7)
- HC Blue No 2 (2,2′-[[4-[(2-Hydroxyethyl)amino]-3-nitrophenyl]imino]bisethanol; CAS 33229-34-4)
- Acid Red 52 (CAS 3520-42-1)
- Acid Red 33 (Disodium 5-amino-4-hydroxy-3-(phenylazo)naphthalene-2,7-disulphonate; CAS 3567-66-6)
- Acid Blue 9 (CAS 3844-45-9)
- Hydroxyanthraquinone-aminopropyl Methyl Morpholinium Methosulfate (CAS 38866-20-5)
The remaining targets are listed on the substances page.
- Type of hair dye: Non-oxidative (semi-permanent or temporary)
Depends on: hair dye type
Dates run from 3 Sep 2017 to 18 May 2026
Each rule has its own date; open a target.
Example: Hydroxyethyl-2-Nitro-p-Toluidine (2-(4-Methyl-2-nitroanilino)ethanol; CAS 100418-33-5)
From the consolidated text: (b) Hair dye substance in non-oxidative hair dye products · (b) 1,0 %
Annex III entry 221 (l1) · fetched 2026-10-09
European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Reg. (EC) 1223/2009 Annexes II-VI(opens in a new tab)85 rules from Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 on cosmetic products, Annexes II-VI (consolidated)
Limit 1 % (content basis)
Show targets (40 of 85)
- Hydroxyethyl-2-Nitro-p-Toluidine (2-(4-Methyl-2-nitroanilino)ethanol; CAS 100418-33-5)
- HC Yellow No 13 (N-(2-Hydroxyethyl)-2-nitro-4-trifluormethyl-aniline; CAS 10442-83-8)
- HC Blue No 12 (CAS 104516-93-0)
- p-Phenylenediamine (p-Phenylenediamine and its salts; CAS 106-50-3)
- Hydroxyethoxy Aminopyrazolopyridine HCl (2-[(3-Aminopyrazolo[1,5-a]pyridin-2-yl)oxy]ethanol hydrochloride; CAS 1079221-49-0)
- Resorcinol (1,3-benzenediol; CAS 108-46-3)
- 5-Amino-4-Chloro-o-Cresol HCl (5-Amino-4-chloro-2-methylphenol hydrochloride; CAS 110102-85-7)
- Butoxyethanol (Ethylene glycol monobutyl ether (EGBE); CAS 111-76-2)
- Ethoxydiglycol (CAS 111-90-0)
- HC Blue No 18 (CAS 1166834-57-6)
- HC Yellow No 16 (CAS 1184721-10-5)
- p-Aminophenol (4-Aminophenol; CAS 123-30-8)
- Dimethylpiperazinium Aminopyrazolopyridine HCl (CAS 1256553-33-9)
- Hydroxypropyl bis(N-hydroxyethyl-p-phenylenediamine) HCl (CAS 128729-30-6)
- 2-Chloro-6-ethylamino-4-nitrophenol (Phenol, 2-Chloro-6-(ethylamino)-4-nitro-; CAS 131657-78-8)
- 1-Hexyl 4,5-Diamino Pyrazole Sulfate (1H-Pyrazole-4,5-diamine, 1-hexyl-, sulfate (2:1); CAS 1361000-03-4)
- 2,6-Diaminopyridine (Pyridine-2,6-diyldiamine; CAS 141-86-6)
- HC Red No 18 (CAS 1444596-49-9)
- 2,6-Dihydroxyethylaminotoluene (1-Methyl-2,6-bis-(2-hydroxyethylamino)-benzene; CAS 149330-25-6)
- 2-Amino-5-Ethylphenol HCl (Phenol, 2-Amino-5-Ethyl-, Hydrochloride; CAS 149861-22-3)
- p-Methylaminophenol p-Methylaminophenol sulphate (p-Methylaminophenol and its sulphate; CAS 150-75-4)
- 1-Hydroxyethyl-4,5-Diamino Pyrazole Sulfate (CAS 155601-30-2)
- 2,5,6-Triamino-4-Pyrimidinol Sulfate (4-Hydroxy-2,5,6-triaminopyrimidine sulfate; CAS 1603-02-7)
- 2-Amino-3- Hydroxypyridine (2-Aminopyridin-3-ol; CAS 16867-03-1)
- Acid Red 92 (CAS 18472-87-2)
- Methylimidazoliumpropyl p-phenylenediamine HCl (CAS 220158-86-1)
- 4-Formyl-1-Methylquinolinium-p-Toluenesulfonate (CAS 223398-02-5)
- 6-Hydroxyindole (1H-Indol-6-ol; CAS 2380-86-1)
- Hydroxybenzomorpholine (3,4-Dihydro-2H-1,4-benzoxazin-6-ol; CAS 26021-57-8)
- 4-Nitrophenyl aminoethylurea (1-(beta-Ureidoethyl)amino-4-nitrobenzene; CAS 27080-42-8)
- 2,2'-Methylenebis-4-aminophenol HCl (Phenol, 2,2'-methylenebis[4-amino-], dihydrochloride; CAS 27311-52-0)
- 4-Amino-2-Hydroxytoluene (5-Amino-o-cresol; CAS 2835-95-2)
- 4-Amino-m-Cresol (CAS 2835-99-6)
- 2,6-Diamino-3-((Pyridine-3-yl)azo)Pyridine (2,6-Pyridinediamine, 3-(3-pyridinylazo); CAS 28365-08-4)
- HC Red No 3 (CAS 2871-01-4)
- HC Red No 13 (2,2′-[(4-Amino-3-nitrophenyl)imino]bisethanol and its hydrochloride; CAS 29705-39-3)
- Dihydroxyindole (1H-Indole-5,6-diol; CAS 3131-52-0)
- Basic Violet 2 (CAS 3248-91-7)
- 2-Methoxymethyl-p-Phenylenediamine 2-Methoxymethyl-p-Phenylenediamine Sulfate (CAS 337906-36-2)
- Acid Red 52 (CAS 3520-42-1)
The remaining targets are listed on the substances page.
- Type of hair dye: Oxidative
Depends on: hair dye type
Dates run from 11 Jul 2013 to 18 May 2026
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Example: Hydroxyethyl-2-Nitro-p-Toluidine (2-(4-Methyl-2-nitroanilino)ethanol; CAS 100418-33-5)
“(a) After mixing under oxidative conditions the maximum concentration applied to hair must not exceed 1,0 % For (a) and (b): — Do not use”
Limit 2.1 % (content basis)
In the finished (ready for use) cosmetic product. Maximum concentration cell: 2,1 % (as strontium). When mixed with other permitted strontium compounds the total strontium content must not exceed 2,1 %. Field of application: (b) Shampoo and face products.
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- Applied to: Face
Depends on: body area
In force since 11 Jul 2013
Applies to products placed on the market on or after 11 Jul 2013
No row-level date in the consolidated text for this entry; it applies from the Regulation's application date (Art. 40: 11 July 2013). Later amendments (the ▼M markers) are not dated row by row in the text.
“2,1 % (as strontium). When mixed with other permitted strontium compounds the total strontium content must not exceed 2,1 %”
Limit 25 % (content basis)
In the finished (ready for use) cosmetic product. Maximum concentration cell: (a) 25 %; (b) 1,4 % for general consumers, and 1.1 % for professional use.. Field of application: (a) face products in loose powder form (b) hair aerosol spray products (c) other products. Other: (a) (b) Only in the pigmentary form (c) Not to be used in applications that may lead to exposure of the end-user’s lungs by inhalation.
The start date is not stated in the text (date unknown).
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- Applied to: Face
Depends on: body area
In force, start date unknown
No date for this row is stated in the published text (consolidation marker M40; the amending act's application date is not printed). In force no later than 2026-05-18 (the date of the version ClaraDB holds); earlier commencement is not stated in the published text.
“(a) 25 %; (b) 1,4 % for general consumers, and 1.1 % for professional use.”
18 rules from Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 on cosmetic products, Annexes II-VI (consolidated)
Limit 2 % (content basis)
Show targets (18 of 18)
- p-Phenylenediamine (p-Phenylenediamine and its salts; CAS 106-50-3)
- Resorcinol (1,3-benzenediol; CAS 108-46-3)
- Hydroquinone (CAS 123-31-9)
- Potassium hydroxide (Potassium or sodium hydroxide; CAS 1310-58-3)
- Lithium hydroxide (CAS 1310-65-2)
- Oxalic acid (Oxalic acid, its esters and alkaline salts; CAS 144-62-7)
- p-Hydroxyanisol (Hydroquinone methylether/Mequinol; CAS 150-76-5)
- 4-Amino-2-Hydroxytoluene (5-Amino-o-cresol; CAS 2835-95-2)
- 4-Amino-m-Cresol (CAS 2835-99-6)
- 2-Methyl-5-Hydroxyethyl Aminophenol (5-[(2-Hydroxyethyl)amino]-o-cresol; CAS 55302-96-0)
- m-Aminophenol m-Aminophenol HCl m-Aminophenol sulfate (m-Aminophenol and its salts; CAS 591-27-5)
- Thioglycolic acid (Thioglycolic acid and its salts; CAS 68-11-1)
- 2,4-Diaminophenoxyethanol HCl 2,4-Diaminophenoxyethanol sulfate (2,4-Diaminophenoxyethanol, its hydrochloride and its sulphate; CAS 70643-19-5)
- Hydrogen peroxide (CAS 7722-84-1)
- 2-Amino-4-Hydroxyethylaminoanisole 2-Amino-4-Hydroxyethylaminoanisole sulfate (2-[(3amino-4-methoxyphenyl) amino]ethanol and its sulphate; CAS 83763-47-7)
- Benzoyl peroxide (Dibenzoyl peroxide; CAS 94-36-0)
- Thioglycolic acid esters
- Methylphenylenediamines, their N- substituted derivatives and their salts, with the exception of the substance listed under reference numbers 9 a and 9 b of this Annex and the substances listed under reference numbers 364, 413, 1144, 1310, 1313 and 1507 of Annex II
- For professional use only
Depends on: professional use
Dates run from 11 Jul 2013 to 18 May 2026
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Example: p-Phenylenediamine (p-Phenylenediamine and its salts; CAS 106-50-3)
“After mixing under oxidative conditions the maximum concentration applied to eyelashes must not exceed 2 % calculated as free base For professional use only.”
Limit 0.5 % (content basis)
In the finished (ready for use) cosmetic product. Maximum concentration cell: (c) 0,5 % for the individual concentrations or the sum of the individual concentrations of cetrimonium chloride and steartrimonium chloride. Field of application: (c) Leave-on face products.
The start date is not stated in the text (date unknown).
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- Leave-on product
- Applied to: Face
Depends on: rinse off, body area
In force, start date unknown
No date for this row is stated in the published text (consolidation marker C2; the amending act's application date is not printed). In force no later than 2026-05-18 (the date of the version ClaraDB holds); earlier commencement is not stated in the published text.
From the consolidated text: (c) Leave-on face products · (c) 0,5 % for the individual concentrations or the sum of the individual concentrations of cetrimonium chloride and steartrimonium chloride
Annex III entry 286 (l3) · fetched 2026-10-09
European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Reg. (EC) 1223/2009 Annexes II-VI(opens in a new tab)Limit 3 % (content basis)
In the finished (ready for use) cosmetic product. Maximum concentration cell: (c) 3,0 % for the individual concentration of behentrimonium chloride or the sum of the individual concentrations of cetrimonium chloride, steartrimonium chloride and behentrimonium chloride, while at the same time respecting the relevant maximum concentration for the sum of cetrimonium chloride and steartrimonium chloride set out in entry 286.. Field of application: (c) Leave-on face products.
The start date is not stated in the text (date unknown).
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- Leave-on product
- Applied to: Face
Depends on: rinse off, body area
In force, start date unknown
No date for this row is stated in the published text (consolidation marker C2; the amending act's application date is not printed). In force no later than 2026-05-18 (the date of the version ClaraDB holds); earlier commencement is not stated in the published text.
“(c) 3,0 % for the individual concentration of behentrimonium chloride or the sum of the individual concentrations of cetrimonium chloride, steartrimonium chloride and behentrimonium chloride, while at the same time respecting the relevant maximum concentration for the sum of cetrimonium chloride and steartrimonium chloride set out in entry 286.”
- LimitMethyl Salicylate (Methyl 2-hydroxybenzoate; CAS 119-36-8)
Limit 0.009 % (content basis)
In the finished (ready for use) cosmetic product. Maximum concentration cell: (d) 0,009 %. Field of application: (d) Leave-on hair products (spray/aerosol).
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- Applies when
- Leave-on product
- Applied as a spray
Depends on: rinse off, sprayable
- Effective
In force since 1 Aug 2026
Applies to products placed on the market on or after 1 Aug 2026
Row footnote: products containing the substance shall not be placed on the Union market from 2026-08-01. The row-level date is read from the annex footnote (EU).
- Source
From the consolidated text: (d) Leave-on hair products (spray/aerosol) · (d) 0,009 %
Annex III entry 324 (l3) · fetched 2026-10-09
European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Reg. (EC) 1223/2009 Annexes II-VI(opens in a new tab)
- LimitRetinol (CAS 11103-57-4)
Limit 0.05 % (content basis)
In the finished (ready for use) cosmetic product. Maximum concentration cell: (a) 0,05 % Retinol Equivalent (RE) (b) 0,3 % RE. Field of application: (a) Body lotion (b) other leave-on and rinse-off products. Other: For any cosmetic product containing Retinol, Retinyl Acetate or Retinyl Palmitate the following, labelling is obligatory: ‘Contains Vitamin A. Consider your daily intake before use’..
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- Applies when
- Applied to: Body
Depends on: body area
- Effective
In force since 1 Nov 2025
Applies to products placed on the market on or after 1 Nov 2025
Row footnote: products containing the substance shall not be placed on the Union market from 2025-11-01 and not be made available from 2027-05-01. The row-level date is read from the annex footnote (EU).
- Source
From the consolidated text: 234-328-2/ 200-683-7 · (a) Body lotion (b) other leave-on and rinse-off products · (a) 0,05 % Retinol Equivalent (RE) (b) 0,3 % RE
Annex III entry 376 (v1a) · fetched 2026-10-09
European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Reg. (EC) 1223/2009 Annexes II-VI(opens in a new tab)
- LimitSalicylic acid (Benzoic acid, 2-hydroxy-; CAS 69-72-7)
Limit 2 % (content basis)
In the finished (ready for use) cosmetic product. Maximum concentration cell: (a) 3,0 % (b) 2,0 % (c) 0,5 %. Field of application: (a) Rinse-off hair products (b) Other products except body lotion, eye shadow, mascara, eyeliner, lipstick, roll-on deodorant (c) Body lotion, eye shadow, mascara, eyeliner, lipstick, roll-on deodorant. Other: (a) (b) (c) Not to be used in preparations for children under 3 years of age. Not to be used in applications that may lead to exposure of the end-user’s lungs by inhalation. Not to be used in oral products. For purposes other than inhibiting the development of micro-organisms in the product. This purpose has to be apparent from the presentation of the product. These levels are inclusive of any use of salicylic acid..
The start date is not stated in the text (date unknown).
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- Applies when
- Applied to: Body
Depends on: body area
- Effective
In force, start date unknown
No date for this row is stated in the published text (consolidation marker M40; the amending act's application date is not printed). In force no later than 2026-05-18 (the date of the version ClaraDB holds); earlier commencement is not stated in the published text.
- Source
“(a) 3,0 % (b) 2,0 % (c) 0,5 %”
Annex III entry 98 (v2b) · fetched 2026-10-09European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Reg. (EC) 1223/2009 Annexes II-VI(opens in a new tab)
- LimitSalicylic acid (Benzoic acid, 2-hydroxy-; CAS 69-72-7)
Limit 0.5 % (content basis)
In the finished (ready for use) cosmetic product. Maximum concentration cell: (a) 3,0 % (b) 2,0 % (c) 0,5 %. Field of application: (a) Rinse-off hair products (b) Other products except body lotion, eye shadow, mascara, eyeliner, lipstick, roll-on deodorant (c) Body lotion, eye shadow, mascara, eyeliner, lipstick, roll-on deodorant. Other: (a) (b) (c) Not to be used in preparations for children under 3 years of age. Not to be used in applications that may lead to exposure of the end-user’s lungs by inhalation. Not to be used in oral products. For purposes other than inhibiting the development of micro-organisms in the product. This purpose has to be apparent from the presentation of the product. These levels are inclusive of any use of salicylic acid..
The start date is not stated in the text (date unknown).
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- Applies when
- Applied to: Body
Depends on: body area
- Effective
In force, start date unknown
No date for this row is stated in the published text (consolidation marker M40; the amending act's application date is not printed). In force no later than 2026-05-18 (the date of the version ClaraDB holds); earlier commencement is not stated in the published text.
- Source
“(a) 3,0 % (b) 2,0 % (c) 0,5 %”
Annex III entry 98 (v3c) · fetched 2026-10-09European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Reg. (EC) 1223/2009 Annexes II-VI(opens in a new tab)
- LimitAlpha-Arbutin (4-Hydroxyphenyl-alpha-D-glucopyranoside; CAS 84380-01-8)
Limit 0.5 % (content basis)
In the finished (ready for use) cosmetic product. Maximum concentration cell: (a) 2 % (b) 0,5 %. Field of application: (a) Face cream (b) Body lotion. Other: Hydroquinone levels shall remain as low as possible in formulations containing alpha-Arbutin and shall not be higher than the unavoidable trace level..
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- Applies when
- Applied to: Body
Depends on: body area
- Effective
In force since 1 Feb 2025
Applies to products placed on the market on or after 1 Feb 2025
Row footnote: products containing the substance shall not be placed on the Union market from 2025-02-01 and not be made available from 2025-11-01. The row-level date is read from the annex footnote (EU).
- Source
From the consolidated text: 4-Hydroxyphenyl-alpha-D-glucopyranoside (44) · Alpha-Arbutin · 84380-01-8 · 617-561-8 · (a) Face cream (b) Body lotion · (a) 2 % (b) 0,5 %
Annex III entry 377 (v2b) · fetched 2026-10-09
European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Reg. (EC) 1223/2009 Annexes II-VI(opens in a new tab)
- LimitEthoxydiglycol (CAS 111-90-0)
Limit 2.6 % (content basis)
In the finished (ready for use) cosmetic product. Maximum concentration cell: (e) 2,6 %. Field of application: (e) The following spray products: fine fragrances, hair sprays, antiperspirants and deodorants.
The start date is not stated in the text (date unknown).
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- Applies when
- Applied as a spray
Depends on: sprayable
- Effective
In force, start date unknown
No date for this row is stated in the published text (consolidation marker C3; the amending act's application date is not printed). In force no later than 2026-05-18 (the date of the version ClaraDB holds); earlier commencement is not stated in the published text.
- Source
From the consolidated text: (e) The following spray products: fine fragrances, hair sprays, antiperspirants and deodorants · (e) 2,6 %
Annex III entry 297 (l4) · fetched 2026-10-09
European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Reg. (EC) 1223/2009 Annexes II-VI(opens in a new tab)
- LimitMethyl Salicylate (Methyl 2-hydroxybenzoate; CAS 119-36-8)
Limit 0.65 % (content basis)
In the finished (ready for use) cosmetic product. Maximum concentration cell: (n) 0,65 %. Field of application: (n) Mouth spray.
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- Applies when
- Applied as a spray
Depends on: sprayable
- Effective
In force since 1 Aug 2026
Applies to products placed on the market on or after 1 Aug 2026
Row footnote: products containing the substance shall not be placed on the Union market from 2026-08-01. The row-level date is read from the annex footnote (EU).
- Source
From the consolidated text: (n) Mouth spray · (n) 0,65 %
Annex III entry 324 (l13) · fetched 2026-10-09
European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Reg. (EC) 1223/2009 Annexes II-VI(opens in a new tab)
- LimitMethyl Salicylate (Methyl 2-hydroxybenzoate; CAS 119-36-8)
Limit 0.003 % (content basis)
In the finished (ready for use) cosmetic product. Maximum concentration cell: (e) 0,003 %. Field of application: (e) Deodorant spray/aerosol.
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- Applies when
- Applied as a spray
Depends on: sprayable
- Effective
In force since 1 Aug 2026
Applies to products placed on the market on or after 1 Aug 2026
Row footnote: products containing the substance shall not be placed on the Union market from 2026-08-01. The row-level date is read from the annex footnote (EU).
- Source
From the consolidated text: (e) Deodorant spray/aerosol · (e) 0,003 %
Annex III entry 324 (l4) · fetched 2026-10-09
European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Reg. (EC) 1223/2009 Annexes II-VI(opens in a new tab)
- LimitTitanium Dioxide (CAS 13463-67-7)
Limit 1.4 % (content basis)
In the finished (ready for use) cosmetic product. Maximum concentration cell: (a) 25 %; (b) 1,4 % for general consumers, and 1.1 % for professional use.. Field of application: (a) face products in loose powder form (b) hair aerosol spray products (c) other products. Other: (a) (b) Only in the pigmentary form (c) Not to be used in applications that may lead to exposure of the end-user’s lungs by inhalation.
The start date is not stated in the text (date unknown).
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- Applies when
- Applied as a spray
Depends on: sprayable
- Effective
In force, start date unknown
No date for this row is stated in the published text (consolidation marker M40; the amending act's application date is not printed). In force no later than 2026-05-18 (the date of the version ClaraDB holds); earlier commencement is not stated in the published text.
- Source
“(a) 25 %; (b) 1,4 % for general consumers, and 1.1 % for professional use.”
Annex III entry 321 (v2b) · fetched 2026-10-09European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Reg. (EC) 1223/2009 Annexes II-VI(opens in a new tab)
- LimitEthyl Lauroyl Arginate HCl (Ethyl-N-alpha-dodecanoyl-L-arginate hydrochloride; CAS 60372-77-2)
Limit 0.8 % (content basis)
In the finished (ready for use) cosmetic product. Maximum concentration cell: 0,8 %. Field of application: (a) soap (b) anti-dandruff shampoos (c) deodorants, not in form of spray. Other: For purposes other than inhibiting the development of micro-organisms in the product. This purpose has to be apparent from the presentation of the product.
The start date is not stated in the text (date unknown).
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- Applies when
- Applied as a spray
Depends on: sprayable
- Effective
In force, start date unknown
No date for this row is stated in the published text (consolidation marker M1; the amending act's application date is not printed). In force no later than 2026-05-18 (the date of the version ClaraDB holds); earlier commencement is not stated in the published text.
- Source
From the consolidated text: Ethyl Lauroyl Arginate HCl · 60372-77-2 · 434-630-6 · (a) soap (b) anti-dandruff shampoos (c) deodorants, not in form of spray · 0,8 %
Annex III entry 197 · fetched 2026-10-09
European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Reg. (EC) 1223/2009 Annexes II-VI(opens in a new tab)
- LimitOctocrylene (2-Cyano-3,3-diphenyl acrylic acid, 2- ethylhexyl ester/Octocrylene; CAS 6197-30-4)
Limit 9 % (content basis)
In the finished (ready for use) cosmetic product. Maximum concentration cell: a) 9 % b) 10 %. Field of application: a) Propellant spray products b) Other products.
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- Applies when
- Applied as a spray
Depends on: sprayable
- Effective
In force since 29 Jan 2023
Applies to products placed on the market on or after 29 Jan 2023
Row footnote: products containing the substance shall not be placed on the Union market from 2023-01-29. The row-level date is read from the annex footnote (EU).
- Source
From the consolidated text: Octocrylene · 6197-30-4 · 228-250-8 · a) Propellant spray products b) Other products · a) 9 % b) 10 %
Annex VI entry 10 (v1a) · fetched 2026-10-09
European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Reg. (EC) 1223/2009 Annexes II-VI(opens in a new tab)
- LimitThimerosal (Thiomersal; CAS 54-64-8)
Limit 0.007 % (content basis)
In the finished (ready for use) cosmetic product. Maximum concentration cell: 0,007 % (of Hg) If mixed with other mercurial compounds authorised by this Regulation, the maximum concentration of Hg remains fixed at 0,007 %. Field of application: Eye products.
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- Applies when
- Applied to: Eye area
Depends on: body area
- Effective
In force since 11 Jul 2013
Applies to products placed on the market on or after 11 Jul 2013
No row-level date in the consolidated text for this entry; it applies from the Regulation's application date (Art. 40: 11 July 2013). Later amendments (the ▼M markers) are not dated row by row in the text.
- Source
“0,007 % (of Hg) If mixed with other mercurial compounds authorised by this Regulation, the maximum concentration of Hg remains fixed at 0,007 %”
Annex V entry 16 · fetched 2026-10-09European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Reg. (EC) 1223/2009 Annexes II-VI(opens in a new tab)
- LimitPhenyl Mercuric Acetate (Phenylmercuric salts (including borate); CAS 62-38-4)
Limit 0.007 % (content basis)
In the finished (ready for use) cosmetic product. Maximum concentration cell: 0,007 % (of Hg) If mixed with other mercurial compounds authorised by this Regulation, the maximum concentration of Hg remains fixed at 0,007 %. Field of application: Eye products.
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- Applies when
- Applied to: Eye area
Depends on: body area
- Effective
In force since 11 Jul 2013
Applies to products placed on the market on or after 11 Jul 2013
No row-level date in the consolidated text for this entry; it applies from the Regulation's application date (Art. 40: 11 July 2013). Later amendments (the ▼M markers) are not dated row by row in the text.
- Source
“0,007 % (of Hg) If mixed with other mercurial compounds authorised by this Regulation, the maximum concentration of Hg remains fixed at 0,007 %”
Annex V entry 17 · fetched 2026-10-09European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Reg. (EC) 1223/2009 Annexes II-VI(opens in a new tab)
- LimitMethyl Salicylate (Methyl 2-hydroxybenzoate; CAS 119-36-8)
Limit 0.05 % (content basis)
In the finished (ready for use) cosmetic product. Maximum concentration cell: (b) 0,05 %. Field of application: (b) Face makeup (except lip products, eye makeup and makeup remover).
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- Applies when
- Applied to: Lips
Depends on: body area
- Effective
In force since 1 Aug 2026
Applies to products placed on the market on or after 1 Aug 2026
Row footnote: products containing the substance shall not be placed on the Union market from 2026-08-01. The row-level date is read from the annex footnote (EU).
- Source
From the consolidated text: (b) Face makeup (except lip products, eye makeup and makeup remover) · (b) 0,05 %
Annex III entry 324 (l1) · fetched 2026-10-09
European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Reg. (EC) 1223/2009 Annexes II-VI(opens in a new tab)
- LimitMethyl Salicylate (Methyl 2-hydroxybenzoate; CAS 119-36-8)
Limit 0.03 % (content basis)
In the finished (ready for use) cosmetic product. Maximum concentration cell: (j) 0,03 %. Field of application: (j) Lip products.
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- Applies when
- Applied to: Lips
Depends on: body area
- Effective
In force since 1 Aug 2026
Applies to products placed on the market on or after 1 Aug 2026
Row footnote: products containing the substance shall not be placed on the Union market from 2026-08-01. The row-level date is read from the annex footnote (EU).
- Source
From the consolidated text: (j) Lip products · (j) 0,03 %
Annex III entry 324 (l9) · fetched 2026-10-09
European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Reg. (EC) 1223/2009 Annexes II-VI(opens in a new tab)
- LimitSilver (CAS 7440-22-4)
Limit 0.2 % (content basis)
In the finished (ready for use) cosmetic product. Maximum concentration cell: For (a) and (b): 0,2 %. Field of application: (a) Lip products (b) Eye shadow.
The start date is not stated in the text (date unknown).
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- Applies when
- Applied to: Lips
Depends on: body area
- Effective
In force, start date unknown
No date for this row is stated in the published text (consolidation marker M53; the amending act's application date is not printed). In force no later than 2026-05-18 (the date of the version ClaraDB holds); earlier commencement is not stated in the published text.
- Source
From the consolidated text: 77820 · 7440-22-4 · 231-131-3 · White · (a) Lip products (b) Eye shadow · For (a) and (b): 0,2 %
Annex IV entry 142 · fetched 2026-10-09
European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Reg. (EC) 1223/2009 Annexes II-VI(opens in a new tab)
- LimitEthoxydiglycol (CAS 111-90-0)
Limit 2.6 % (content basis)
In the finished (ready for use) cosmetic product. Maximum concentration cell: (d) 2,6 %. Field of application: (d) Other non-spray cosmetic products.
The start date is not stated in the text (date unknown).
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- Applies when
- Not applied as a spray
Depends on: sprayable
- Effective
In force, start date unknown
No date for this row is stated in the published text (consolidation marker C3; the amending act's application date is not printed). In force no later than 2026-05-18 (the date of the version ClaraDB holds); earlier commencement is not stated in the published text.
- Source
From the consolidated text: (d) Other non-spray cosmetic products · (d) 2,6 %
Annex III entry 297 (l3) · fetched 2026-10-09
European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Reg. (EC) 1223/2009 Annexes II-VI(opens in a new tab)
- LimitTriclosan (5-Chloro-2- (2,4- dichlorophenoxy) phenol; CAS 3380-34-5)
Limit 0.3 % (content basis)
In the finished (ready for use) cosmetic product. Maximum concentration cell: 0,3 %. Field of application: Toothpastes; Hand soaps; Body soaps/Shower gels; Deodorants (non-spray); Face powders and blemish concealers; Nail products for cleaning the fingernails and toenails before the application of artificial nail systems;. Other: Not to be used in toothpaste intended for children under 3 years of age..
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- Applies when
- Not applied as a spray
Depends on: sprayable
- Effective
In force since 1 Jan 2025
Applies to products placed on the market on or after 1 Jan 2025
Row footnote: products containing the substance shall not be placed on the Union market from 2025-01-01. The row-level date is read from the annex footnote (EU).
- Source
“0,3 %”
Annex V entry 25 (s4) · fetched 2026-10-09European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Reg. (EC) 1223/2009 Annexes II-VI(opens in a new tab)
- Limit x 89
89 rules from Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 on cosmetic products, Annexes II-VI (consolidated)
Limit 1 % (content basis)
Show targets (40 of 89)
- Hydroxyethyl-2-Nitro-p-Toluidine (2-(4-Methyl-2-nitroanilino)ethanol; CAS 100418-33-5)
- HC Violet No 2 (1-Propanol, 3-[[4-[bis(2-hydroxyethyl)amino]-2-nitrophenyl]amino]; CAS 104226-19-9)
- HC Yellow No 7 (CAS 104226-21-3)
- HC Yellow No 13 (N-(2-Hydroxyethyl)-2-nitro-4-trifluormethyl-aniline; CAS 10442-83-8)
- HC Blue No 12 (CAS 104516-93-0)
- Acid Black 1 (CAS 1064-48-8)
- HC Yellow No 10 (1,5-Di-(beta-hydroxyethylamino)-2-nitro-4-chlorobenzene; CAS 109023-83-8)
- Butoxyethanol (Ethylene glycol monobutyl ether (EGBE); CAS 111-76-2)
- Ethoxydiglycol (CAS 111-90-0)
- HC Blue No 18 (CAS 1166834-57-6)
- HC Yellow No 16 (CAS 1184721-10-5)
- Disperse Violet 1 (1,4-Diaminoanthraquinone; CAS 128-95-0)
- 2-Chloro-6-ethylamino-4-nitrophenol (Phenol, 2-Chloro-6-(ethylamino)-4-nitro-; CAS 131657-78-8)
- HC Red No 18 (CAS 1444596-49-9)
- HC Red No 17 (CAS 1449471-67-3)
- HC Orange No 6 (CAS 1449653-83-1)
- HC Yellow No 17 (CAS 1450801-55-4)
- HC Blue No 17 (CAS 16517-75-2)
- Acid Red 92 (CAS 18472-87-2)
- Acid Yellow 23 (CAS 1934-21-0)
- Disperse Black 9 (Ethanol, 2,2’-[[4-[(4-aminophenyl)azo]phenyl]imino]bis-; CAS 20721-50-0)
- HC Blue No 11 (CAS 23920-15-2)
- HC Red No 7 (2-(4-Amino-3-nitroanilino)ethanol; CAS 24905-87-1)
- Curry Red (CAS 25956-17-6)
- Acid Red 18 (CAS 2611-82-7)
- 4-Nitrophenyl aminoethylurea (1-(beta-Ureidoethyl)amino-4-nitrobenzene; CAS 27080-42-8)
- 2,2'-Methylenebis-4-aminophenol HCl (Phenol, 2,2'-methylenebis[4-amino-], dihydrochloride; CAS 27311-52-0)
- HC Red No 1 (2-Nitro-N1-phenyl-benzene-1,4-diamine; CAS 2784-89-6)
- 2,6-Diamino-3-((Pyridine-3-yl)azo)Pyridine (2,6-Pyridinediamine, 3-(3-pyridinylazo); CAS 28365-08-4)
- HC Red No 3 (CAS 2871-01-4)
- Dihydroxy indoline Dihydroxy indoline HBr (2,3-Dihydro-1H-indole-5,6-diol and its hydrobromide salt; CAS 29539-03-5)
- HC Red No 13 (2,2′-[(4-Amino-3-nitrophenyl)imino]bisethanol and its hydrochloride; CAS 29705-39-3)
- Dihydroxyindole (1H-Indole-5,6-diol; CAS 3131-52-0)
- Disperse Red 17 (CAS 3179-89-3)
- Basic Violet 2 (CAS 3248-91-7)
- HC Blue No 2 (2,2′-[[4-[(2-Hydroxyethyl)amino]-3-nitrophenyl]imino]bisethanol; CAS 33229-34-4)
- Acid Red 52 (CAS 3520-42-1)
- Acid Red 33 (Disodium 5-amino-4-hydroxy-3-(phenylazo)naphthalene-2,7-disulphonate; CAS 3567-66-6)
- Acid Blue 9 (CAS 3844-45-9)
- Hydroxyanthraquinone-aminopropyl Methyl Morpholinium Methosulfate (CAS 38866-20-5)
The remaining targets are listed on the substances page.
- Applies when
- Type of hair dye: Non-oxidative (semi-permanent or temporary)
Depends on: hair dye type
- Effective
Dates run from 3 Sep 2017 to 18 May 2026
Each rule has its own date; open a target.
- Source
Example: Hydroxyethyl-2-Nitro-p-Toluidine (2-(4-Methyl-2-nitroanilino)ethanol; CAS 100418-33-5)
From the consolidated text: (b) Hair dye substance in non-oxidative hair dye products · (b) 1,0 %
Annex III entry 221 (l1) · fetched 2026-10-09
European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Reg. (EC) 1223/2009 Annexes II-VI(opens in a new tab)
- Limit x 85
85 rules from Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 on cosmetic products, Annexes II-VI (consolidated)
Limit 1 % (content basis)
Show targets (40 of 85)
- Hydroxyethyl-2-Nitro-p-Toluidine (2-(4-Methyl-2-nitroanilino)ethanol; CAS 100418-33-5)
- HC Yellow No 13 (N-(2-Hydroxyethyl)-2-nitro-4-trifluormethyl-aniline; CAS 10442-83-8)
- HC Blue No 12 (CAS 104516-93-0)
- p-Phenylenediamine (p-Phenylenediamine and its salts; CAS 106-50-3)
- Hydroxyethoxy Aminopyrazolopyridine HCl (2-[(3-Aminopyrazolo[1,5-a]pyridin-2-yl)oxy]ethanol hydrochloride; CAS 1079221-49-0)
- Resorcinol (1,3-benzenediol; CAS 108-46-3)
- 5-Amino-4-Chloro-o-Cresol HCl (5-Amino-4-chloro-2-methylphenol hydrochloride; CAS 110102-85-7)
- Butoxyethanol (Ethylene glycol monobutyl ether (EGBE); CAS 111-76-2)
- Ethoxydiglycol (CAS 111-90-0)
- HC Blue No 18 (CAS 1166834-57-6)
- HC Yellow No 16 (CAS 1184721-10-5)
- p-Aminophenol (4-Aminophenol; CAS 123-30-8)
- Dimethylpiperazinium Aminopyrazolopyridine HCl (CAS 1256553-33-9)
- Hydroxypropyl bis(N-hydroxyethyl-p-phenylenediamine) HCl (CAS 128729-30-6)
- 2-Chloro-6-ethylamino-4-nitrophenol (Phenol, 2-Chloro-6-(ethylamino)-4-nitro-; CAS 131657-78-8)
- 1-Hexyl 4,5-Diamino Pyrazole Sulfate (1H-Pyrazole-4,5-diamine, 1-hexyl-, sulfate (2:1); CAS 1361000-03-4)
- 2,6-Diaminopyridine (Pyridine-2,6-diyldiamine; CAS 141-86-6)
- HC Red No 18 (CAS 1444596-49-9)
- 2,6-Dihydroxyethylaminotoluene (1-Methyl-2,6-bis-(2-hydroxyethylamino)-benzene; CAS 149330-25-6)
- 2-Amino-5-Ethylphenol HCl (Phenol, 2-Amino-5-Ethyl-, Hydrochloride; CAS 149861-22-3)
- p-Methylaminophenol p-Methylaminophenol sulphate (p-Methylaminophenol and its sulphate; CAS 150-75-4)
- 1-Hydroxyethyl-4,5-Diamino Pyrazole Sulfate (CAS 155601-30-2)
- 2,5,6-Triamino-4-Pyrimidinol Sulfate (4-Hydroxy-2,5,6-triaminopyrimidine sulfate; CAS 1603-02-7)
- 2-Amino-3- Hydroxypyridine (2-Aminopyridin-3-ol; CAS 16867-03-1)
- Acid Red 92 (CAS 18472-87-2)
- Methylimidazoliumpropyl p-phenylenediamine HCl (CAS 220158-86-1)
- 4-Formyl-1-Methylquinolinium-p-Toluenesulfonate (CAS 223398-02-5)
- 6-Hydroxyindole (1H-Indol-6-ol; CAS 2380-86-1)
- Hydroxybenzomorpholine (3,4-Dihydro-2H-1,4-benzoxazin-6-ol; CAS 26021-57-8)
- 4-Nitrophenyl aminoethylurea (1-(beta-Ureidoethyl)amino-4-nitrobenzene; CAS 27080-42-8)
- 2,2'-Methylenebis-4-aminophenol HCl (Phenol, 2,2'-methylenebis[4-amino-], dihydrochloride; CAS 27311-52-0)
- 4-Amino-2-Hydroxytoluene (5-Amino-o-cresol; CAS 2835-95-2)
- 4-Amino-m-Cresol (CAS 2835-99-6)
- 2,6-Diamino-3-((Pyridine-3-yl)azo)Pyridine (2,6-Pyridinediamine, 3-(3-pyridinylazo); CAS 28365-08-4)
- HC Red No 3 (CAS 2871-01-4)
- HC Red No 13 (2,2′-[(4-Amino-3-nitrophenyl)imino]bisethanol and its hydrochloride; CAS 29705-39-3)
- Dihydroxyindole (1H-Indole-5,6-diol; CAS 3131-52-0)
- Basic Violet 2 (CAS 3248-91-7)
- 2-Methoxymethyl-p-Phenylenediamine 2-Methoxymethyl-p-Phenylenediamine Sulfate (CAS 337906-36-2)
- Acid Red 52 (CAS 3520-42-1)
The remaining targets are listed on the substances page.
- Applies when
- Type of hair dye: Oxidative
Depends on: hair dye type
- Effective
Dates run from 11 Jul 2013 to 18 May 2026
Each rule has its own date; open a target.
- Source
Example: Hydroxyethyl-2-Nitro-p-Toluidine (2-(4-Methyl-2-nitroanilino)ethanol; CAS 100418-33-5)
“(a) After mixing under oxidative conditions the maximum concentration applied to hair must not exceed 1,0 % For (a) and (b): — Do not use”
Annex III entry 221 (excerpt) · fetched 2026-10-09European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Reg. (EC) 1223/2009 Annexes II-VI(opens in a new tab)
- LimitStrontium chloride (Strontium chloride hexahydrate; CAS 10476-85-4)
Limit 2.1 % (content basis)
In the finished (ready for use) cosmetic product. Maximum concentration cell: 2,1 % (as strontium). When mixed with other permitted strontium compounds the total strontium content must not exceed 2,1 %. Field of application: (b) Shampoo and face products.
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- Applies when
- Applied to: Face
Depends on: body area
- Effective
In force since 11 Jul 2013
Applies to products placed on the market on or after 11 Jul 2013
No row-level date in the consolidated text for this entry; it applies from the Regulation's application date (Art. 40: 11 July 2013). Later amendments (the ▼M markers) are not dated row by row in the text.
- Source
“2,1 % (as strontium). When mixed with other permitted strontium compounds the total strontium content must not exceed 2,1 %”
Annex III entry 57 (l1) · fetched 2026-10-09European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Reg. (EC) 1223/2009 Annexes II-VI(opens in a new tab)
- LimitTitanium Dioxide (CAS 13463-67-7)
Limit 25 % (content basis)
In the finished (ready for use) cosmetic product. Maximum concentration cell: (a) 25 %; (b) 1,4 % for general consumers, and 1.1 % for professional use.. Field of application: (a) face products in loose powder form (b) hair aerosol spray products (c) other products. Other: (a) (b) Only in the pigmentary form (c) Not to be used in applications that may lead to exposure of the end-user’s lungs by inhalation.
The start date is not stated in the text (date unknown).
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- Applies when
- Applied to: Face
Depends on: body area
- Effective
In force, start date unknown
No date for this row is stated in the published text (consolidation marker M40; the amending act's application date is not printed). In force no later than 2026-05-18 (the date of the version ClaraDB holds); earlier commencement is not stated in the published text.
- Source
“(a) 25 %; (b) 1,4 % for general consumers, and 1.1 % for professional use.”
Annex III entry 321 (v1a) · fetched 2026-10-09European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Reg. (EC) 1223/2009 Annexes II-VI(opens in a new tab)
- Limit x 18
18 rules from Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 on cosmetic products, Annexes II-VI (consolidated)
Limit 2 % (content basis)
Show targets (18 of 18)
- p-Phenylenediamine (p-Phenylenediamine and its salts; CAS 106-50-3)
- Resorcinol (1,3-benzenediol; CAS 108-46-3)
- Hydroquinone (CAS 123-31-9)
- Potassium hydroxide (Potassium or sodium hydroxide; CAS 1310-58-3)
- Lithium hydroxide (CAS 1310-65-2)
- Oxalic acid (Oxalic acid, its esters and alkaline salts; CAS 144-62-7)
- p-Hydroxyanisol (Hydroquinone methylether/Mequinol; CAS 150-76-5)
- 4-Amino-2-Hydroxytoluene (5-Amino-o-cresol; CAS 2835-95-2)
- 4-Amino-m-Cresol (CAS 2835-99-6)
- 2-Methyl-5-Hydroxyethyl Aminophenol (5-[(2-Hydroxyethyl)amino]-o-cresol; CAS 55302-96-0)
- m-Aminophenol m-Aminophenol HCl m-Aminophenol sulfate (m-Aminophenol and its salts; CAS 591-27-5)
- Thioglycolic acid (Thioglycolic acid and its salts; CAS 68-11-1)
- 2,4-Diaminophenoxyethanol HCl 2,4-Diaminophenoxyethanol sulfate (2,4-Diaminophenoxyethanol, its hydrochloride and its sulphate; CAS 70643-19-5)
- Hydrogen peroxide (CAS 7722-84-1)
- 2-Amino-4-Hydroxyethylaminoanisole 2-Amino-4-Hydroxyethylaminoanisole sulfate (2-[(3amino-4-methoxyphenyl) amino]ethanol and its sulphate; CAS 83763-47-7)
- Benzoyl peroxide (Dibenzoyl peroxide; CAS 94-36-0)
- Thioglycolic acid esters
- Methylphenylenediamines, their N- substituted derivatives and their salts, with the exception of the substance listed under reference numbers 9 a and 9 b of this Annex and the substances listed under reference numbers 364, 413, 1144, 1310, 1313 and 1507 of Annex II
- Applies when
- For professional use only
Depends on: professional use
- Effective
Dates run from 11 Jul 2013 to 18 May 2026
Each rule has its own date; open a target.
- Source
Example: p-Phenylenediamine (p-Phenylenediamine and its salts; CAS 106-50-3)
“After mixing under oxidative conditions the maximum concentration applied to eyelashes must not exceed 2 % calculated as free base For professional use only.”
Annex III entry 8b · fetched 2026-10-09European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Reg. (EC) 1223/2009 Annexes II-VI(opens in a new tab)
- LimitCetrimonium chloride (C16-alkyltrimethylammonium chloride; CAS 112-02-7)
Limit 0.5 % (content basis)
In the finished (ready for use) cosmetic product. Maximum concentration cell: (c) 0,5 % for the individual concentrations or the sum of the individual concentrations of cetrimonium chloride and steartrimonium chloride. Field of application: (c) Leave-on face products.
The start date is not stated in the text (date unknown).
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- Applies when
- Leave-on product
- Applied to: Face
Depends on: rinse off, body area
- Effective
In force, start date unknown
No date for this row is stated in the published text (consolidation marker C2; the amending act's application date is not printed). In force no later than 2026-05-18 (the date of the version ClaraDB holds); earlier commencement is not stated in the published text.
- Source
From the consolidated text: (c) Leave-on face products · (c) 0,5 % for the individual concentrations or the sum of the individual concentrations of cetrimonium chloride and steartrimonium chloride
Annex III entry 286 (l3) · fetched 2026-10-09
European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Reg. (EC) 1223/2009 Annexes II-VI(opens in a new tab)
- LimitBehentrimonium chloride (C22-alkyltrimethylammonium chloride; CAS 17301-53-0)
Limit 3 % (content basis)
In the finished (ready for use) cosmetic product. Maximum concentration cell: (c) 3,0 % for the individual concentration of behentrimonium chloride or the sum of the individual concentrations of cetrimonium chloride, steartrimonium chloride and behentrimonium chloride, while at the same time respecting the relevant maximum concentration for the sum of cetrimonium chloride and steartrimonium chloride set out in entry 286.. Field of application: (c) Leave-on face products.
The start date is not stated in the text (date unknown).
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- Applies when
- Leave-on product
- Applied to: Face
Depends on: rinse off, body area
- Effective
In force, start date unknown
No date for this row is stated in the published text (consolidation marker C2; the amending act's application date is not printed). In force no later than 2026-05-18 (the date of the version ClaraDB holds); earlier commencement is not stated in the published text.
- Source
“(c) 3,0 % for the individual concentration of behentrimonium chloride or the sum of the individual concentrations of cetrimonium chloride, steartrimonium chloride and behentrimonium chloride, while at the same time respecting the relevant maximum concentration for the sum of cetrimonium chloride and steartrimonium chloride set out in entry 286.”
Annex III entry 287 (l2) · fetched 2026-10-09European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Reg. (EC) 1223/2009 Annexes II-VI(opens in a new tab)
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- ECHA CHEM substance API: sample record for CAS 80-05-7 (bisphenol A)(opens in a new tab)ECHA · Register (JSON)Updates: on changeLast checked: Checked
- Regulation (EU) 2023/1542 batteries and waste batteries, consolidated 2026-08-13 (CELEX 02023R1542-20260813)(opens in a new tab)European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR) · Regulation (web page)Updates: on changeLast checked: Checked
- Directive 2006/66/EC batteries and accumulators, last consolidation 2018-07-04 (CELEX 02006L0066-20180704)(opens in a new tab)European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR) · Regulation (web page)Updates: on changeLast checked: Checked
- Council Directive 84/500/EEC ceramic articles in contact with food (and 2025 revision, if adopted)(opens in a new tab)European Commission / EUR-Lex · Regulation (web page)Updates: on changeLast checked: Checked
- Directive (EU) 2022/2380 amending Directive 2014/53/EU (common charger for radio equipment), base OJ text(opens in a new tab)European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR) · Regulation (web page)Updates: staticLast checked: Checked
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- Regulation (EU) 2024/2847 Cyber Resilience Act, consolidated 2024-11-20 (CELEX 02024R2847-20241120)(opens in a new tab)European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR) · Regulation (web page)Updates: on changeLast checked: Checked
- Commission Regulation (EU) 2019/2021 electronic displays (ecodesign), consolidated 2021-05-01 (CELEX 02019R2021-20210501)(opens in a new tab)European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR) · Regulation (web page)Updates: on changeLast checked: Checked
- Regulation (EU) 2025/2052 ecodesign requirements for external power supplies, wireless chargers, battery chargers and USB Type-C cables (repeals 2019/1782 from 2028-12-14), original OJ text(opens in a new tab)European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR) · Regulation (web page)Updates: on changeLast checked: Checked
- Directive 2009/125/EC ecodesign framework for energy-related products, consolidated 2012-12-04 (CELEX 02009L0125-20121204)(opens in a new tab)European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR) · Regulation (web page)Updates: on changeLast checked: Checked
- Commission Regulation (EU) 2019/2020 light sources and separate control gears (ecodesign), consolidated 2021-09-01 (CELEX 02019R2020-20210901)(opens in a new tab)European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR) · Regulation (web page)Updates: on changeLast checked: Checked
- Regulation (EU) 2019/1782 external power supplies (ecodesign), base OJ text(opens in a new tab)European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR) · Regulation (web page)Updates: on changeLast checked: Checked
- Commission Regulation (EU) 2023/826 standby, off mode and networked standby (ecodesign), consolidated 2025-11-24 (CELEX 02023R0826-20251124)(opens in a new tab)European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR) · Regulation (web page)Updates: on changeLast checked: Checked
- Directive 2014/30/EU (EMC) consolidated 2026-05-30 (CELEX 02014L0030-20260530)(opens in a new tab)European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR) · Regulation (web page)Updates: on changeLast checked: Checked
- Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2019/2013 energy labelling of electronic displays, consolidated 2021-05-01 (CELEX 02019R2013-20210501)(opens in a new tab)European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR) · Regulation (web page)Updates: on changeLast checked: Checked
- Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2019/2015 energy labelling of light sources, consolidated 2023-09-30 (CELEX 02019R2015-20230930)(opens in a new tab)European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR) · Regulation (web page)Updates: on changeLast checked: Checked
- Regulation (EU) 2023/988 General Product Safety Regulation(opens in a new tab)European Commission / EUR-Lex · Regulation (web page)Updates: on changeLast checked: Checked
- Regulation (EU) No 168/2013 L-category vehicles, consolidated 2026-08-02 (CELEX 02013R0168-20260802)(opens in a new tab)European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR) · Regulation (web page)Updates: on changeLast checked: Checked
- Directive 2014/35/EU (Low Voltage Directive) consolidated 2026-05-30 (CELEX 02014L0035-20260530)(opens in a new tab)European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR) · Regulation (web page)Updates: on changeLast checked: Checked
- Regulation (EU) 2025/40 PPWR (Article 5 PFAS in food-contact packaging)(opens in a new tab)European Commission / EUR-Lex · Regulation (web page)Updates: on changeLast checked: Checked
- REACH Annex XVII restrictions list(opens in a new tab)ECHA / European Commission · Official list (web page)Updates: on changeLast checked: Checked
- REACH candidate list (SVHC)(opens in a new tab)ECHA · Official list (web page)Updates: on changeLast checked: Not checked yet
- Directive 2014/53/EU (Radio Equipment) consolidated 2026-05-30 (CELEX 02014L0053-20260530)(opens in a new tab)European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR) · Regulation (web page)Updates: on changeLast checked: Checked
- Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2022/30 (RED Art. 3(3)(d),(e),(f) cybersecurity), consolidated 2023-10-27 (CELEX 02022R0030-20231027)(opens in a new tab)European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR) · Regulation (web page)Updates: on changeLast checked: Checked
- Regulation (EU) No 10/2011 plastic materials and articles (Union list, Annex I)(opens in a new tab)European Commission / EUR-Lex · Regulation (web page)Updates: on changeLast checked: Checked · 2 versions kept
- Regulation (EU) No 1169/2011 on the provision of food information to consumers, consolidated version 2025-04-01 (CELEX 02011R1169-20250401), with Annexes I-XV(opens in a new tab)European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR) · Regulation (web page)Updates: on changeLast checked: Checked
- Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 on cosmetic products, consolidated version 2026-05-18 (CELEX 02009R1223-20260518), with Annexes I-X(opens in a new tab)European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR) · Statute (web page)Updates: on changeLast checked: Checked · 2 versions kept
- Regulation (EC) No 1333/2008 on food additives, consolidated version 2026-08-18 (CELEX 02008R1333-20260818), with Annexes I-V(opens in a new tab)European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR) · Regulation (web page)Updates: on changeLast checked: Checked
- Regulation (EC) No 178/2002 laying down the general principles and requirements of food law, consolidated version 2026-01-01 (CELEX 02002R0178-20260101)(opens in a new tab)European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR) · Regulation (web page)Updates: on changeLast checked: Checked
- Regulation (EC) No 1935/2004 on materials and articles intended to come into contact with food(opens in a new tab)European Commission / EUR-Lex · Regulation (web page)Updates: on changeLast checked: Checked · 2 versions kept
- Commission Regulation (EU) 2023/1545 of 26 July 2023 amending Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 as regards labelling of fragrance allergens in cosmetic products (OJ L 188, 27.7.2023, p. 1)(opens in a new tab)European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR) · Regulation (web page)Updates: staticLast checked: Checked
- Commission Regulation (EU) 2023/915 on maximum levels for certain contaminants in food, consolidated version 2026-08-19 (CELEX 02023R0915-20260819), with Annexes I-II(opens in a new tab)European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR) · Regulation (web page)Updates: on changeLast checked: Checked · 2 versions kept
- Regulation (EU) 2024/3190 (bisphenols in food-contact materials)(opens in a new tab)European Commission / EUR-Lex · Regulation (web page)Updates: on changeLast checked: Checked · 2 versions kept
- Directive 2011/65/EU (RoHS 2) consolidated 2026-07-01 (CELEX 02011L0065-20260701), with Annexes I-IV (Annex II substances; Annex III and IV exemptions with expiry dates)(opens in a new tab)European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR) · Regulation (web page)Updates: on changeLast checked: Checked
- Commission Delegated Directive (EU) 2024/232 amending RoHS Annex III (exemptions), base OJ text(opens in a new tab)European Commission (Publications Office, CELLAR) · Regulation (web page)Updates: on changeLast checked: Checked
- EU Safety Gate (RAPEX) weekly report list and details (XML)(opens in a new tab)European Commission · Enforcement feed (XML)Updates: weeklyLast checked: Checked · 5 versions kept
- Directive 2012/19/EU (WEEE) consolidated 2024-04-08 (CELEX 02012L0019-20240408), with Annexes I-IX(opens in a new tab)European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR) · Regulation (web page)Updates: on changeLast checked: Checked
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