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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 20251 area read · 6 not read yet
- retained food-contact framework (Reg. 1935/2004 as retained)
- GB plastic food-contact rules (retained Reg. 10/2011)
- GB ceramics rules
- UK REACH restrictions
- General Product Safety Regulations 2005
- Furniture and Furnishings (Fire) (Safety) Regulations 1988
- PSTI
Cosmetics and personal careMain sourcesfrom 19 Aug 20263 areas read · 3 not read yet
- retained and amended Reg. 1223/2009 Annexes II to VI and Art. 19 (legislation.gov.uk)
- retained Reg. 1223/2009 Arts. 4 to 13: UK Responsible Person, safety assessment and safety report, product information file, SCPN notification (legislation.gov.uk)
- Cosmetic Products Enforcement Regulations 2013 (S.I. 2013/1478): labelling language
- Cosmetic Products Enforcement Regulations 2013 offences, penalties and enforcement powers
- differences between GB and Northern Ireland
- packaging rules, and the SPF and UVA testing approach for sunscreen claims (Recommendation 2006/647/EC)
Packaged food and beveragesMain sourcesfrom 13 Nov 20255 areas read · 9 not read yet
Great Britain food law as revised on legislation.gov.uk up to 13 Nov 2025.
- retained Reg. 1169/2011
- Reg. 1333/2008 and Reg. 178/2002 as amended for Great Britain (legislation.gov.uk)
- Food Information Regulations 2014 (SI 2014/1855)
- contaminants as retained Reg. 1881/2006
- GB food additive list (retained Reg. 1333/2008 Annex II as in force on 2024-06-28, the terms the FSA register preserves)
- GB food additive list changes after 2024-06-28 (Annex II was omitted from the revised legislation from 1 April 2025 by S.I. 2025/361; the FSA Register of Food Additive Authorisations holds later changes, for example the February 2026 steviol glycoside conditions E 960a-c)
- GB Annex III of Reg. 1333/2008 (additives in additives, enzymes, flavourings and nutrients)
- Northern Ireland (EU rules apply under the Windsor Framework)
- Scottish
- Welsh and Northern Irish regulations
- HFSS promotion and placement rules
- front-of-pack traffic-light guidance (voluntary)
- UK GM and claims registers
- import controls (IPAFFS)
Consumer electronics and small appliancesMain sourcesfrom 1 Jan 20257 areas read · 4 not read yet
- UKCA marking and Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regs 2016
- EMC Regs 2016
- Radio Equipment Regs 2017
- RoHS Regs 2012
- WEEE Regs 2013
- PSTI Act 2022 and Security Requirements Regs 2023
- Plugs and Sockets Regs 1994
- GB ecodesign (Ecodesign for Energy-Related Products and Energy Information Regs 2021)
- Northern Ireland EU-rule application
- GB REACH article duty
- producer compliance scheme fees
Batteries, e-bikes and power banksMain sourcesfrom 1 Jan 20254 areas read · 6 not read yet
- Waste Batteries and Accumulators Regulations 2009 (SI 2009/890)
- Electrically Assisted Pedal Cycles Regulations 1983 and 2015 amendment (250 W, 25 km/h) as made
- General Product Safety Regulations 2005
- power banks and battery chargers as electrical equipment: EMC Regulations 2016, Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016, Radio Equipment Regulations 2017 and WEEE Regulations 2013 (the electronics rules applied to these categories)
- GB lithium battery product-safety rules beyond the GPSR (no battery-specific instrument stored)
- revised consolidated text of SI 1983/1168 (only the text as first made is held, without later amendments)
- Pedal Cycles (Construction and Use) Regulations 1983, Road Vehicles Construction and Use for e-scooters
- Northern Ireland EU battery rule application
- producer compliance scheme fees
- SI 2008/2164 regs. 8 to 25 and SI 2009/890 enforcement, offences and scheme-approval Parts are not covered
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76 rules from Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 as retained in Great Britain, Annexes II-VI
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- Benzyl Alcohol (CAS 100-51-6)
- Amylcinnamyl alcohol (2-Pentyl-3-phenylprop-2-en-1-ol; CAS 101-85-9)
- Hexyl cinnamal (2-Benzylideneoctanal; CAS 101-86-0)
- Benzyl cinnamate (2-Propenoic acid, 3-phenyl-, phenylmethyl ester; CAS 103-41-3)
- Cinnamyl alcohol (CAS 104-54-1)
- Cinnamal (2-Propenal, 3-phenyl-; CAS 104-55-2)
- Anise alcohol (4-Methoxybenzyl alcohol; CAS 105-13-5)
- Citronellol (Citronellol/ (±) 3,7-Dimethyl-6-octen-1-ol; CAS 106-22-9)
- Geraniol (2,6-Octadien-1-ol, 3,7-dimethyl-, (2E)-; CAS 106-24-1)
- Hydroxycitronellal (7-Hydroxycitronellal; CAS 107-75-5)
- Resorcinol (1,3-benzenediol; CAS 108-46-3)
- Toluene (CAS 108-88-3)
- Methyl 2-Octynoate (Methyl Oct-2-ynoate; CAS 111-12-6)
- Glutaral (Glutaraldehyde (Pentane-1,5-dial); CAS 111-30-8)
- Benzyl Salicylate (2-hydroxybenzoic acid phenylmethyl ester; CAS 118-58-1)
- Benzyl benzoate (CAS 120-51-4)
- Amyl cinnamal (2-Benzylideneheptanal; CAS 122-40-7)
- Hydroquinone (CAS 123-31-9)
- alpha-Isomethyl ionone (3-Methyl-4-(2,6,6-trimethyl-2-cyclohexen-1-yl)-3-buten-2-one; CAS 127-51-5)
- Zinc phenolsulfonate (Zinc 4-hydroxybenzene sulphonate; CAS 127-82-2)
- Calcium hydroxide (CAS 1305-62-0)
- Calcium hydroxide (CAS 1305-62-0)
- Potassium hydroxide (Potassium or sodium hydroxide; CAS 1310-58-3)
- Potassium hydroxide (Potassium or sodium hydroxide; CAS 1310-58-3)
- Potassium hydroxide (Potassium or sodium hydroxide; CAS 1310-58-3)
- Potassium hydroxide (Potassium or sodium hydroxide; CAS 1310-58-3)
- Potassium hydroxide (Potassium or sodium hydroxide; CAS 1310-58-3)
- Lithium hydroxide (CAS 1310-65-2)
- Lithium hydroxide (CAS 1310-65-2)
- Lithium hydroxide (CAS 1310-65-2)
- Titanium Dioxide (CAS 13463-67-7)
- Oxalic acid (Oxalic acid, its esters and alkaline salts; CAS 144-62-7)
- p-Hydroxyanisol (Hydroquinone methylether/Mequinol; CAS 150-76-5)
- Dimethylol ethylene thiourea (1,3-Bis (hydroxymethyl)imidazolidine-2-thione; CAS 15534-95-9)
- HC Blue No 17 (CAS 16517-75-2)
- Strontium hydroxide (CAS 18480-07-4)
- Disperse Red 17 (CAS 3179-89-3)
- DI-HEMA TRIMETHYLHEXYL DICARBAMATE (CAS 41137-60-4)
- Tetrabromophenol Blue (CAS 4430-25-5)
- Farnesol (2,6,10-Dodecatrien-1-ol, 3,7,11-trimethyl-; CAS 4602-84-0)
The remaining targets are listed on the substances page.
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Example: Benzyl Alcohol (CAS 100-51-6)
“(b) The presence of the substance must be indicated in the list of ingredients referred to in Article 19(1)(g) when its concentration exceeds: 0,001 % in leave-on products 0,01 % in rinse-off products.”
71 rules from Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 as retained in Great Britain, Annexes II-VI
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- 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)
- p-Phenylenediamine (p-Phenylenediamine and its salts; CAS 106-50-3)
- 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)
- p-Aminophenol (4-Aminophenol; CAS 123-30-8)
- 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)
- 2,6-Diaminopyridine (Pyridine-2,6-diyldiamine; CAS 141-86-6)
- 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-Amino-3- Hydroxypyridine (2-Aminopyridin-3-ol; CAS 16867-03-1)
- Acid Red 92 (CAS 18472-87-2)
- 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 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)
- HC Yellow No 2 (2-[(2-Nitrophenyl)amino]ethanol; CAS 4926-55-0)
- Tetraaminopyrimidine Sulfate (2,4,5,6-Tetraaminopyrimidine sulphate; CAS 5392-28-9)
- N,N-bis(2-Hydroxyethyl)-p-Phenylenediamine Sulfate (CAS 54381-16-7)
- 2-Methyl-5-Hydroxyethyl Aminophenol (5-[(2-Hydroxyethyl)amino]-o-cresol; CAS 55302-96-0)
- 2,6-Dimethoxy-3,5-pyridinediamine 2,6-Dimethoxy-3,5-pyridinediamine HCl (2,6-Dimethoxy-3,5-pyridinediamine and its hydrochloride; CAS 56216-28-5)
- 1-Acetoxy-2-Methylnaphthalene (2-Methyl-1-naphthyl acetate; CAS 5697-02-9)
- 2,7-Naphthalenediol (Naphthalene-2,7-diol; CAS 582-17-2)
- m-Aminophenol m-Aminophenol HCl m-Aminophenol sulfate (m-Aminophenol and its salts; CAS 591-27-5)
- 2-Methylresorcinol (1,3-Benzenediol, 2- methyl; CAS 608-25-3)
- 4-Amino-3-nitrophenol (CAS 610-81-1)
- 3-Amino-2,4-dichlorophenol 3-Amino-2,4-dichlorophenol HCl (3-Amino-2,4-dichlorophenol and its hydrochloride; CAS 61693-42-3)
The remaining targets are listed on the substances page.
- Type of hair dye: Oxidative
Depends on: hair dye type
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Example: Hydroxyethyl-2-Nitro-p-Toluidine (2-(4-Methyl-2-nitroanilino)ethanol; CAS 100418-33-5)
“(a) To be printed on the label: The mixing ratio. Read and follow instructions. This product is not intended for use on persons under the age of 16.”
22 rules from Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 as retained in Great Britain, Annexes II-VI
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- Sodium Monofluorophosphate (Disodium fluorophosphate; CAS 10163-15-2)
- Strontium chloride (Strontium chloride hexahydrate; CAS 10476-85-4)
- Ammonium Fluoride (CAS 12125-01-8)
- Potassium Monofluorophosphate (Dipotassium fluorophosphate; CAS 14104-28-0)
- Potassium Fluorosilicate (Dipotassium hexafluorosilicate; CAS 16871-90-2)
- Sodium Fluorosilicate (Disodium hexafluorosilicate; CAS 16893-85-9)
- Ammonium Fluorosilicate (Ammonium hexafluorosilicate; CAS 16919-19-0)
- Magnesium Fluorosilicate (Magnesium hexafluorosilicate; CAS 16949-65-8)
- Ammonium Monofluorophosphate (CAS 20859-38-5)
- Cetylamine Hydrofluoride (Hexadecyl ammonium fluoride; CAS 3151-59-5)
- Octadecenyl-Ammonium Fluoride (9-Octadecen-1-amine hydrofluoride; CAS 36505-83-6)
- Strontium acetate (Strontium acetate hemihydrate; CAS 543-94-2)
- Nicomethanol Hydrofluoride (3-Pyridinemethanol hydrofluoride; CAS 62756-44-9)
- Sodium Fluoride (CAS 7681-49-4)
- Magnesium Fluoride (CAS 7783-40-6)
- Stannous Fluoride (Tin difluoride; CAS 7783-47-3)
- Aluminum Fluoride (Aluminium fluoride; CAS 7784-18-1)
- Potassium Fluoride (CAS 7789-23-3)
- Calcium Monofluorophosphate (Calcium fluorophosphate; CAS 7789-74-4)
- Calcium Fluoride (CAS 7789-75-5)
- 3-(N-Hexadecyl-N-2-hydroxyethylammonio)propylbis(2-hydroxyethyl) ammonium difluoride
- N,N′,N′-Tris(polyoxyethylene)-N-hexadecylpropylenediamine dihydrofluoride
- Applied to: Mouth or Teeth and gums
Depends on: body area
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Example: Sodium Monofluorophosphate (Disodium fluorophosphate; CAS 10163-15-2)
“Contains sodium monofluorophosphate. For any toothpaste with compounds containing fluorine in a concentration of 0,1 to 0,15 % calculated as F unless it is already labelled as contra-indicated for children (e.g. ‘ for adult use only ’ ) the following labelling is obligatory: Children of 6 years and younger: use a pea-sized amount for supervised brushing to minimise swallowing.”
17 rules from Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 as retained in Great Britain, Annexes II-VI
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- HC Violet No 2 (1-Propanol, 3-[[4-[bis(2-hydroxyethyl)amino]-2-nitrophenyl]amino]; CAS 104226-19-9)
- HC Yellow No 10 (1,5-Di-(beta-hydroxyethylamino)-2-nitro-4-chlorobenzene; CAS 109023-83-8)
- HC Blue No 11 (CAS 23920-15-2)
- HC Red No 7 (2-(4-Amino-3-nitroanilino)ethanol; CAS 24905-87-1)
- HC Red No 3 (CAS 2871-01-4)
- HC Blue No 2 (2,2′-[[4-[(2-Hydroxyethyl)amino]-3-nitrophenyl]imino]bisethanol; CAS 33229-34-4)
- Hydroxyanthraquinone-aminopropyl Methyl Morpholinium Methosulfate (CAS 38866-20-5)
- Acid Blue 62 (CAS 4368-56-3)
- HC Blue 16 (CAS 502453-61-4)
- HC Yellow No 4 (2-[bis(2-Hydroxyethyl)amino]-5-nitrophenol; CAS 59820-43-8)
- 3-Methylamino-4-nitrophenoxyethanol (2-[3-(methylamino)-4-nitrophenoxy]ethanol; CAS 59820-63-2)
- 2-Hydroxyethylamino-5-nitroanisole (2-[(2-methoxy-4-nitrophenyl)amino]ethanol and its salts; CAS 66095-81-6)
- Basic Blue 124 (3-Amino-7-(dimethylamino)-2-methoxyphenoxazin-5-ium chloride; CAS 67846-56-4)
- HC Orange No 2 (CAS 85765-48-6)
- HC Yellow No 9 (1-Methoxy-3-(β-aminoethyl)amino-4-nitrobenzene, hydrochloride; CAS 86419-69-4)
- 6-Methoxy-2-Methylamino-3-Aminopyridine HCl (CAS 90817-34-8)
- HC Blue No 14 (9,10-Anthracenedione, 1,4-bis[(2,3-dihydroxypropyl)amino]-; CAS 99788-75-7)
- Type of hair dye: Non-oxidative (semi-permanent or temporary)
Depends on: hair dye type
19 Aug 2026
Each rule has its own date; open a target.
Example: HC Violet No 2 (1-Propanol, 3-[[4-[bis(2-hydroxyethyl)amino]-2-nitrophenyl]amino]; CAS 104226-19-9)
“Do not use with nitrosating agents Maximum nitrosamine content: 50 μg /kg Keep in nitrite-free containers”
12 rules from Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 as retained in Great Britain, Annexes II-VI
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- p-Phenylenediamine (p-Phenylenediamine and its salts; CAS 106-50-3)
- Resorcinol (1,3-benzenediol; CAS 108-46-3)
- 2,6-Diaminopyridine (Pyridine-2,6-diyldiamine; CAS 141-86-6)
- 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)
- 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)
- 6-Methoxy-2-Methylamino-3-Aminopyridine HCl (CAS 90817-34-8)
- 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
19 Aug 2026
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Example: p-Phenylenediamine (p-Phenylenediamine and its salts; CAS 106-50-3)
“To be printed on the label: The mixing ratio. For professional use only. This product can cause severe allergic reactions. Read and follow instructions. This product is not intended for use on persons under the age of 16.”
Label required
Contains Benzophenone-3
The start date is not stated in the text (date unknown).
Official text, current to 15 Aug 2026. legislation.gov.uk revised version (The National Archives), current when read: this version applies from 2026-08-15, last updated 2026-08-19.
- Applied to: Lips or Face or Hands
- Applied as a spray
Depends on: body area, sprayable
In force, start date unknown
No date for this row is stated in the published text. In force no later than 2026-08-19 (the date of the version ClaraDB holds); earlier commencement is not stated in the published text.
“Contains Benzophenone-3”
Label required
Avoid contact with eyes Rinse eyes immediately if product comes into contact with them For professional use only Wear suitable gloves
The start date is not stated in the text (date unknown).
Official text, current to 15 Aug 2026. legislation.gov.uk revised version (The National Archives), current when read: this version applies from 2026-08-15, last updated 2026-08-19.
- Rinse-off product
Depends on: rinse off
In force, start date unknown
No date for this row is stated in the published text. In force no later than 2026-08-19 (the date of the version ClaraDB holds); earlier commencement is not stated in the published text.
“Avoid contact with eyes Rinse eyes immediately if product comes into contact with them For professional use only Wear suitable gloves”
Label required
Avoid formation of nitrosamines
The start date is not stated in the text (date unknown).
Official text, current to 15 Aug 2026. legislation.gov.uk revised version (The National Archives), current when read: this version applies from 2026-08-15, last updated 2026-08-19.
- Rinse-off product
Depends on: rinse off
In force, start date unknown
No date for this row is stated in the published text. In force no later than 2026-08-19 (the date of the version ClaraDB holds); earlier commencement is not stated in the published text.
“Avoid formation of nitrosamines”
Label required
Avoid contact with eyes
The start date is not stated in the text (date unknown).
Official text, current to 15 Aug 2026. legislation.gov.uk revised version (The National Archives), current when read: this version applies from 2026-08-15, last updated 2026-08-19.
- Rinse-off product
Depends on: rinse off
In force, start date unknown
No date for this row is stated in the published text. In force no later than 2026-08-19 (the date of the version ClaraDB holds); earlier commencement is not stated in the published text.
“Avoid contact with eyes”
Label required
Avoid contact with eyes
The start date is not stated in the text (date unknown).
Official text, current to 15 Aug 2026. legislation.gov.uk revised version (The National Archives), current when read: this version applies from 2026-08-15, last updated 2026-08-19.
- Rinse-off product
Depends on: rinse off
In force, start date unknown
No date for this row is stated in the published text. In force no later than 2026-08-19 (the date of the version ClaraDB holds); earlier commencement is not stated in the published text.
“Avoid contact with eyes”
Label required
(a) Keep powder away from children's nose and mouth
The start date is not stated in the text (date unknown).
Official text, current to 15 Aug 2026. legislation.gov.uk revised version (The National Archives), current when read: this version applies from 2026-08-15, last updated 2026-08-19.
- Intended for children under 3
Depends on: intended for children under 3
In force, start date unknown
No date for this row is stated in the published text. In force no later than 2026-08-19 (the date of the version ClaraDB holds); earlier commencement is not stated in the published text.
“(a) Keep powder away from children's nose and mouth”
Label required
Contains Thiomersal
The start date is not stated in the text (date unknown).
Official text, current to 15 Aug 2026. legislation.gov.uk revised version (The National Archives), current when read: this version applies from 2026-08-15, last updated 2026-08-19.
- Applied to: Eye area
Depends on: body area
In force, start date unknown
No date for this row is stated in the published text. In force no later than 2026-08-19 (the date of the version ClaraDB holds); earlier commencement is not stated in the published text.
“Contains Thiomersal”
Label required
Contains Phenylmercuric compounds
The start date is not stated in the text (date unknown).
Official text, current to 15 Aug 2026. legislation.gov.uk revised version (The National Archives), current when read: this version applies from 2026-08-15, last updated 2026-08-19.
- Applied to: Eye area
Depends on: body area
In force, start date unknown
No date for this row is stated in the published text. In force no later than 2026-08-19 (the date of the version ClaraDB holds); earlier commencement is not stated in the published text.
“Contains Phenylmercuric compounds”
Label required
Conditions of use: (a) (b) (c) (d) Avoid contact with eyes Rinse eyes immediately if product comes into contact with them. (a) (c) (d) Wear suitable gloves Warnings to be printed on the label: (a)(i) (b) (c) Contains thioglycolate Follow the instructions Keep out of reach of children (a)(ii) (d) For professional use only Contains thioglycolate Follow the instructions
The start date is not stated in the text (date unknown).
Official text, current to 15 Aug 2026. legislation.gov.uk revised version (The National Archives), current when read: this version applies from 2026-08-15, last updated 2026-08-19.
- For professional use only: yes or no
Depends on: professional use
In force, start date unknown
No date for this row is stated in the published text. In force no later than 2026-08-19 (the date of the version ClaraDB holds); earlier commencement is not stated in the published text.
“Conditions of use: (a) (b) (c) (d) Avoid contact with eyes Rinse eyes immediately if product comes into contact with them. (a) (c) (d) Wear suitable gloves Warnings to be printed on the label: (a)(i)”
Label required
Not to be used for children under 3 years of age
The start date is not stated in the text (date unknown).
Official text, current to 15 Aug 2026. legislation.gov.uk revised version (The National Archives), current when read: this version applies from 2026-08-15, last updated 2026-08-19.
- Rinse-off product
- Applied to: Body
Depends on: rinse off, body area
In force, start date unknown
No date for this row is stated in the published text. In force no later than 2026-08-19 (the date of the version ClaraDB holds); earlier commencement is not stated in the published text.
“Not to be used for children under 3 years of age”
Label required
For leave-on products designed for children under three years of age: ‘ Do not use on the nappy area ’
The start date is not stated in the text (date unknown).
Official text, current to 15 Aug 2026. legislation.gov.uk revised version (The National Archives), current when read: this version applies from 2026-08-15, last updated 2026-08-19.
- Leave-on product
- Intended for children under 3
Depends on: rinse off, intended for children under 3
In force, start date unknown
No date for this row is stated in the published text. In force no later than 2026-08-19 (the date of the version ClaraDB holds); earlier commencement is not stated in the published text.
“For leave-on products designed for children under three years of age: ‘ Do not use on the nappy area ’”
Mandatory label element: Nominal content at the time of packaging by weight or volume
Label required
Nominal content at the time of packaging by weight or volume
Exemptions (1)
Free samples and single-application packs are exempt from the nominal content indication
“except in the case of packaging containing less than five grams or five millilitres, free samples and single-application packs”
The start date is not stated in the text (date unknown).
Official text, current to 15 Aug 2026. legislation.gov.uk revised version (The National Archives), current when read: this version applies from 2026-08-15, last updated 2026-08-19.
- Net content at least 5 mL
Depends on: net content ml
In force, start date unknown
In force no later than 2026-08-19 (the date of the version ClaraDB holds); earlier commencement is not stated in the published text.
“the nominal content at the time of packaging, given by weight or by volume, except in the case of packaging containing less than five grams or five millilitres, free samples and single-application packs;”
- Label x 76
76 rules from Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 as retained in Great Britain, Annexes II-VI
Label required
Show targets (40 of 76)
- Benzyl Alcohol (CAS 100-51-6)
- Amylcinnamyl alcohol (2-Pentyl-3-phenylprop-2-en-1-ol; CAS 101-85-9)
- Hexyl cinnamal (2-Benzylideneoctanal; CAS 101-86-0)
- Benzyl cinnamate (2-Propenoic acid, 3-phenyl-, phenylmethyl ester; CAS 103-41-3)
- Cinnamyl alcohol (CAS 104-54-1)
- Cinnamal (2-Propenal, 3-phenyl-; CAS 104-55-2)
- Anise alcohol (4-Methoxybenzyl alcohol; CAS 105-13-5)
- Citronellol (Citronellol/ (±) 3,7-Dimethyl-6-octen-1-ol; CAS 106-22-9)
- Geraniol (2,6-Octadien-1-ol, 3,7-dimethyl-, (2E)-; CAS 106-24-1)
- Hydroxycitronellal (7-Hydroxycitronellal; CAS 107-75-5)
- Resorcinol (1,3-benzenediol; CAS 108-46-3)
- Toluene (CAS 108-88-3)
- Methyl 2-Octynoate (Methyl Oct-2-ynoate; CAS 111-12-6)
- Glutaral (Glutaraldehyde (Pentane-1,5-dial); CAS 111-30-8)
- Benzyl Salicylate (2-hydroxybenzoic acid phenylmethyl ester; CAS 118-58-1)
- Benzyl benzoate (CAS 120-51-4)
- Amyl cinnamal (2-Benzylideneheptanal; CAS 122-40-7)
- Hydroquinone (CAS 123-31-9)
- alpha-Isomethyl ionone (3-Methyl-4-(2,6,6-trimethyl-2-cyclohexen-1-yl)-3-buten-2-one; CAS 127-51-5)
- Zinc phenolsulfonate (Zinc 4-hydroxybenzene sulphonate; CAS 127-82-2)
- Calcium hydroxide (CAS 1305-62-0)
- Calcium hydroxide (CAS 1305-62-0)
- Potassium hydroxide (Potassium or sodium hydroxide; CAS 1310-58-3)
- Potassium hydroxide (Potassium or sodium hydroxide; CAS 1310-58-3)
- Potassium hydroxide (Potassium or sodium hydroxide; CAS 1310-58-3)
- Potassium hydroxide (Potassium or sodium hydroxide; CAS 1310-58-3)
- Potassium hydroxide (Potassium or sodium hydroxide; CAS 1310-58-3)
- Lithium hydroxide (CAS 1310-65-2)
- Lithium hydroxide (CAS 1310-65-2)
- Lithium hydroxide (CAS 1310-65-2)
- Titanium Dioxide (CAS 13463-67-7)
- Oxalic acid (Oxalic acid, its esters and alkaline salts; CAS 144-62-7)
- p-Hydroxyanisol (Hydroquinone methylether/Mequinol; CAS 150-76-5)
- Dimethylol ethylene thiourea (1,3-Bis (hydroxymethyl)imidazolidine-2-thione; CAS 15534-95-9)
- HC Blue No 17 (CAS 16517-75-2)
- Strontium hydroxide (CAS 18480-07-4)
- Disperse Red 17 (CAS 3179-89-3)
- DI-HEMA TRIMETHYLHEXYL DICARBAMATE (CAS 41137-60-4)
- Tetrabromophenol Blue (CAS 4430-25-5)
- Farnesol (2,6,10-Dodecatrien-1-ol, 3,7,11-trimethyl-; CAS 4602-84-0)
The remaining targets are listed on the substances page.
- Applies when
Every product in the category
- Effective
19 Aug 2026
Each rule has its own date; open a target.
- Source
Example: Benzyl Alcohol (CAS 100-51-6)
“(b) The presence of the substance must be indicated in the list of ingredients referred to in Article 19(1)(g) when its concentration exceeds: 0,001 % in leave-on products 0,01 % in rinse-off products.”
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- Label x 71
71 rules from Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 as retained in Great Britain, Annexes II-VI
Label required
Show targets (40 of 71)
- 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)
- p-Phenylenediamine (p-Phenylenediamine and its salts; CAS 106-50-3)
- 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)
- p-Aminophenol (4-Aminophenol; CAS 123-30-8)
- 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)
- 2,6-Diaminopyridine (Pyridine-2,6-diyldiamine; CAS 141-86-6)
- 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-Amino-3- Hydroxypyridine (2-Aminopyridin-3-ol; CAS 16867-03-1)
- Acid Red 92 (CAS 18472-87-2)
- 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 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)
- HC Yellow No 2 (2-[(2-Nitrophenyl)amino]ethanol; CAS 4926-55-0)
- Tetraaminopyrimidine Sulfate (2,4,5,6-Tetraaminopyrimidine sulphate; CAS 5392-28-9)
- N,N-bis(2-Hydroxyethyl)-p-Phenylenediamine Sulfate (CAS 54381-16-7)
- 2-Methyl-5-Hydroxyethyl Aminophenol (5-[(2-Hydroxyethyl)amino]-o-cresol; CAS 55302-96-0)
- 2,6-Dimethoxy-3,5-pyridinediamine 2,6-Dimethoxy-3,5-pyridinediamine HCl (2,6-Dimethoxy-3,5-pyridinediamine and its hydrochloride; CAS 56216-28-5)
- 1-Acetoxy-2-Methylnaphthalene (2-Methyl-1-naphthyl acetate; CAS 5697-02-9)
- 2,7-Naphthalenediol (Naphthalene-2,7-diol; CAS 582-17-2)
- m-Aminophenol m-Aminophenol HCl m-Aminophenol sulfate (m-Aminophenol and its salts; CAS 591-27-5)
- 2-Methylresorcinol (1,3-Benzenediol, 2- methyl; CAS 608-25-3)
- 4-Amino-3-nitrophenol (CAS 610-81-1)
- 3-Amino-2,4-dichlorophenol 3-Amino-2,4-dichlorophenol HCl (3-Amino-2,4-dichlorophenol and its hydrochloride; CAS 61693-42-3)
The remaining targets are listed on the substances page.
- Applies when
- Type of hair dye: Oxidative
Depends on: hair dye type
- Effective
19 Aug 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) To be printed on the label: The mixing ratio. Read and follow instructions. This product is not intended for use on persons under the age of 16.”
Annex III entry 221 (wording) · fetched 2026-10-10The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Reg. (EC) 1223/2009 (retained) Annexes II-VI(opens in a new tab)
- Label x 22
22 rules from Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 as retained in Great Britain, Annexes II-VI
Label required
Show targets (22 of 22)
- Sodium Monofluorophosphate (Disodium fluorophosphate; CAS 10163-15-2)
- Strontium chloride (Strontium chloride hexahydrate; CAS 10476-85-4)
- Ammonium Fluoride (CAS 12125-01-8)
- Potassium Monofluorophosphate (Dipotassium fluorophosphate; CAS 14104-28-0)
- Potassium Fluorosilicate (Dipotassium hexafluorosilicate; CAS 16871-90-2)
- Sodium Fluorosilicate (Disodium hexafluorosilicate; CAS 16893-85-9)
- Ammonium Fluorosilicate (Ammonium hexafluorosilicate; CAS 16919-19-0)
- Magnesium Fluorosilicate (Magnesium hexafluorosilicate; CAS 16949-65-8)
- Ammonium Monofluorophosphate (CAS 20859-38-5)
- Cetylamine Hydrofluoride (Hexadecyl ammonium fluoride; CAS 3151-59-5)
- Octadecenyl-Ammonium Fluoride (9-Octadecen-1-amine hydrofluoride; CAS 36505-83-6)
- Strontium acetate (Strontium acetate hemihydrate; CAS 543-94-2)
- Nicomethanol Hydrofluoride (3-Pyridinemethanol hydrofluoride; CAS 62756-44-9)
- Sodium Fluoride (CAS 7681-49-4)
- Magnesium Fluoride (CAS 7783-40-6)
- Stannous Fluoride (Tin difluoride; CAS 7783-47-3)
- Aluminum Fluoride (Aluminium fluoride; CAS 7784-18-1)
- Potassium Fluoride (CAS 7789-23-3)
- Calcium Monofluorophosphate (Calcium fluorophosphate; CAS 7789-74-4)
- Calcium Fluoride (CAS 7789-75-5)
- 3-(N-Hexadecyl-N-2-hydroxyethylammonio)propylbis(2-hydroxyethyl) ammonium difluoride
- N,N′,N′-Tris(polyoxyethylene)-N-hexadecylpropylenediamine dihydrofluoride
- Applies when
- Applied to: Mouth or Teeth and gums
Depends on: body area
- Effective
19 Aug 2026
Each rule has its own date; open a target.
- Source
Example: Sodium Monofluorophosphate (Disodium fluorophosphate; CAS 10163-15-2)
“Contains sodium monofluorophosphate. For any toothpaste with compounds containing fluorine in a concentration of 0,1 to 0,15 % calculated as F unless it is already labelled as contra-indicated for children (e.g. ‘ for adult use only ’ ) the following labelling is obligatory: Children of 6 years and younger: use a pea-sized amount for supervised brushing to minimise swallowing.”
Annex III entry 27 (wording) · fetched 2026-10-10The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Reg. (EC) 1223/2009 (retained) Annexes II-VI(opens in a new tab)
- Label x 17
17 rules from Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 as retained in Great Britain, Annexes II-VI
Label required
Show targets (17 of 17)
- HC Violet No 2 (1-Propanol, 3-[[4-[bis(2-hydroxyethyl)amino]-2-nitrophenyl]amino]; CAS 104226-19-9)
- HC Yellow No 10 (1,5-Di-(beta-hydroxyethylamino)-2-nitro-4-chlorobenzene; CAS 109023-83-8)
- HC Blue No 11 (CAS 23920-15-2)
- HC Red No 7 (2-(4-Amino-3-nitroanilino)ethanol; CAS 24905-87-1)
- HC Red No 3 (CAS 2871-01-4)
- HC Blue No 2 (2,2′-[[4-[(2-Hydroxyethyl)amino]-3-nitrophenyl]imino]bisethanol; CAS 33229-34-4)
- Hydroxyanthraquinone-aminopropyl Methyl Morpholinium Methosulfate (CAS 38866-20-5)
- Acid Blue 62 (CAS 4368-56-3)
- HC Blue 16 (CAS 502453-61-4)
- HC Yellow No 4 (2-[bis(2-Hydroxyethyl)amino]-5-nitrophenol; CAS 59820-43-8)
- 3-Methylamino-4-nitrophenoxyethanol (2-[3-(methylamino)-4-nitrophenoxy]ethanol; CAS 59820-63-2)
- 2-Hydroxyethylamino-5-nitroanisole (2-[(2-methoxy-4-nitrophenyl)amino]ethanol and its salts; CAS 66095-81-6)
- Basic Blue 124 (3-Amino-7-(dimethylamino)-2-methoxyphenoxazin-5-ium chloride; CAS 67846-56-4)
- HC Orange No 2 (CAS 85765-48-6)
- HC Yellow No 9 (1-Methoxy-3-(β-aminoethyl)amino-4-nitrobenzene, hydrochloride; CAS 86419-69-4)
- 6-Methoxy-2-Methylamino-3-Aminopyridine HCl (CAS 90817-34-8)
- HC Blue No 14 (9,10-Anthracenedione, 1,4-bis[(2,3-dihydroxypropyl)amino]-; CAS 99788-75-7)
- Applies when
- Type of hair dye: Non-oxidative (semi-permanent or temporary)
Depends on: hair dye type
- Effective
19 Aug 2026
Each rule has its own date; open a target.
- Source
Example: HC Violet No 2 (1-Propanol, 3-[[4-[bis(2-hydroxyethyl)amino]-2-nitrophenyl]amino]; CAS 104226-19-9)
“Do not use with nitrosating agents Maximum nitrosamine content: 50 μg /kg Keep in nitrite-free containers”
Annex III entry 224 (wording) (excerpt) · fetched 2026-10-10The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Reg. (EC) 1223/2009 (retained) Annexes II-VI(opens in a new tab)
- Label x 12
12 rules from Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 as retained in Great Britain, Annexes II-VI
Label required
Show targets (12 of 12)
- p-Phenylenediamine (p-Phenylenediamine and its salts; CAS 106-50-3)
- Resorcinol (1,3-benzenediol; CAS 108-46-3)
- 2,6-Diaminopyridine (Pyridine-2,6-diyldiamine; CAS 141-86-6)
- 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)
- 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)
- 6-Methoxy-2-Methylamino-3-Aminopyridine HCl (CAS 90817-34-8)
- 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
19 Aug 2026
Each rule has its own date; open a target.
- Source
Example: p-Phenylenediamine (p-Phenylenediamine and its salts; CAS 106-50-3)
“To be printed on the label: The mixing ratio. For professional use only. This product can cause severe allergic reactions. Read and follow instructions. This product is not intended for use on persons under the age of 16.”
Annex III entry 8b (wording) · fetched 2026-10-10The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Reg. (EC) 1223/2009 (retained) Annexes II-VI(opens in a new tab)
- LabelBenzophenone-3 (2-Hydroxy-4-methoxy-benzophenone/Oxybenzone; CAS 131-57-7)
Label required
Contains Benzophenone-3
The start date is not stated in the text (date unknown).
Official text, current to 15 Aug 2026. legislation.gov.uk revised version (The National Archives), current when read: this version applies from 2026-08-15, last updated 2026-08-19.
- Applies when
- Applied to: Lips or Face or Hands
- Applied as a spray
Depends on: body area, sprayable
- Effective
In force, start date unknown
No date for this row is stated in the published text. In force no later than 2026-08-19 (the date of the version ClaraDB holds); earlier commencement is not stated in the published text.
- Source
“Contains Benzophenone-3”
Annex VI entry 4 (wording) · fetched 2026-10-10The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Reg. (EC) 1223/2009 (retained) Annexes II-VI(opens in a new tab)
- LabelStrontium peroxide (CAS 1314-18-7)
Label required
Avoid contact with eyes Rinse eyes immediately if product comes into contact with them For professional use only Wear suitable gloves
The start date is not stated in the text (date unknown).
Official text, current to 15 Aug 2026. legislation.gov.uk revised version (The National Archives), current when read: this version applies from 2026-08-15, last updated 2026-08-19.
- Applies when
- Rinse-off product
Depends on: rinse off
- Effective
In force, start date unknown
No date for this row is stated in the published text. In force no later than 2026-08-19 (the date of the version ClaraDB holds); earlier commencement is not stated in the published text.
- Source
“Avoid contact with eyes Rinse eyes immediately if product comes into contact with them For professional use only Wear suitable gloves”
Annex III entry 64 (wording) (excerpt) · fetched 2026-10-10The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Reg. (EC) 1223/2009 (retained) Annexes II-VI(opens in a new tab)
- Label5-Bromo-5-nitro-1,3-dioxane (CAS 30007-47-7)
Label required
Avoid formation of nitrosamines
The start date is not stated in the text (date unknown).
Official text, current to 15 Aug 2026. legislation.gov.uk revised version (The National Archives), current when read: this version applies from 2026-08-15, last updated 2026-08-19.
- Applies when
- Rinse-off product
Depends on: rinse off
- Effective
In force, start date unknown
No date for this row is stated in the published text. In force no later than 2026-08-19 (the date of the version ClaraDB holds); earlier commencement is not stated in the published text.
- Source
“Avoid formation of nitrosamines”
Annex V entry 20 (wording) (excerpt) · fetched 2026-10-10The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Reg. (EC) 1223/2009 (retained) Annexes II-VI(opens in a new tab)
- Labelo-Phenylphenol (CAS 90-43-7)
Label required
Avoid contact with eyes
The start date is not stated in the text (date unknown).
Official text, current to 15 Aug 2026. legislation.gov.uk revised version (The National Archives), current when read: this version applies from 2026-08-15, last updated 2026-08-19.
- Applies when
- Rinse-off product
Depends on: rinse off
- Effective
In force, start date unknown
No date for this row is stated in the published text. In force no later than 2026-08-19 (the date of the version ClaraDB holds); earlier commencement is not stated in the published text.
- Source
“Avoid contact with eyes”
Annex V entry 7 (wording) (excerpt) · fetched 2026-10-10The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Reg. (EC) 1223/2009 (retained) Annexes II-VI(opens in a new tab)
- LabelBenzalkonium bromide (Benzalkonium chloride, bromide and saccharinate; CAS 91080-29-4)
Label required
Avoid contact with eyes
The start date is not stated in the text (date unknown).
Official text, current to 15 Aug 2026. legislation.gov.uk revised version (The National Archives), current when read: this version applies from 2026-08-15, last updated 2026-08-19.
- Applies when
- Rinse-off product
Depends on: rinse off
- Effective
In force, start date unknown
No date for this row is stated in the published text. In force no later than 2026-08-19 (the date of the version ClaraDB holds); earlier commencement is not stated in the published text.
- Source
“Avoid contact with eyes”
Annex III entry 65 (wording) (excerpt) · fetched 2026-10-10The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Reg. (EC) 1223/2009 (retained) Annexes II-VI(opens in a new tab)
- LabelTalc (Talc: Hydrated magnesium silicate; CAS 14807-96-6)
Label required
(a) Keep powder away from children's nose and mouth
The start date is not stated in the text (date unknown).
Official text, current to 15 Aug 2026. legislation.gov.uk revised version (The National Archives), current when read: this version applies from 2026-08-15, last updated 2026-08-19.
- Applies when
- Intended for children under 3
Depends on: intended for children under 3
- Effective
In force, start date unknown
No date for this row is stated in the published text. In force no later than 2026-08-19 (the date of the version ClaraDB holds); earlier commencement is not stated in the published text.
- Source
“(a) Keep powder away from children's nose and mouth”
Annex III entry 59 (wording) (excerpt) · fetched 2026-10-10The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Reg. (EC) 1223/2009 (retained) Annexes II-VI(opens in a new tab)
- LabelThimerosal (Thiomersal; CAS 54-64-8)
Label required
Contains Thiomersal
The start date is not stated in the text (date unknown).
Official text, current to 15 Aug 2026. legislation.gov.uk revised version (The National Archives), current when read: this version applies from 2026-08-15, last updated 2026-08-19.
- Applies when
- Applied to: Eye area
Depends on: body area
- Effective
In force, start date unknown
No date for this row is stated in the published text. In force no later than 2026-08-19 (the date of the version ClaraDB holds); earlier commencement is not stated in the published text.
- Source
“Contains Thiomersal”
Annex V entry 16 (wording) (excerpt) · fetched 2026-10-10The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Reg. (EC) 1223/2009 (retained) Annexes II-VI(opens in a new tab)
- LabelPhenyl Mercuric Acetate (Phenylmercuric salts (including borate); CAS 62-38-4)
Label required
Contains Phenylmercuric compounds
The start date is not stated in the text (date unknown).
Official text, current to 15 Aug 2026. legislation.gov.uk revised version (The National Archives), current when read: this version applies from 2026-08-15, last updated 2026-08-19.
- Applies when
- Applied to: Eye area
Depends on: body area
- Effective
In force, start date unknown
No date for this row is stated in the published text. In force no later than 2026-08-19 (the date of the version ClaraDB holds); earlier commencement is not stated in the published text.
- Source
“Contains Phenylmercuric compounds”
Annex V entry 17 (wording) (excerpt) · fetched 2026-10-10The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Reg. (EC) 1223/2009 (retained) Annexes II-VI(opens in a new tab)
- LabelThioglycolic acid (Thioglycolic acid and its salts; CAS 68-11-1)
Label required
Conditions of use: (a) (b) (c) (d) Avoid contact with eyes Rinse eyes immediately if product comes into contact with them. (a) (c) (d) Wear suitable gloves Warnings to be printed on the label: (a)(i) (b) (c) Contains thioglycolate Follow the instructions Keep out of reach of children (a)(ii) (d) For professional use only Contains thioglycolate Follow the instructions
The start date is not stated in the text (date unknown).
Official text, current to 15 Aug 2026. legislation.gov.uk revised version (The National Archives), current when read: this version applies from 2026-08-15, last updated 2026-08-19.
- Applies when
- For professional use only: yes or no
Depends on: professional use
- Effective
In force, start date unknown
No date for this row is stated in the published text. In force no later than 2026-08-19 (the date of the version ClaraDB holds); earlier commencement is not stated in the published text.
- Source
“Conditions of use: (a) (b) (c) (d) Avoid contact with eyes Rinse eyes immediately if product comes into contact with them. (a) (c) (d) Wear suitable gloves Warnings to be printed on the label: (a)(i)”
Annex III entry 2a (wording) · fetched 2026-10-10The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Reg. (EC) 1223/2009 (retained) Annexes II-VI(opens in a new tab)
- LabelSalicylic acid (Benzoic acid, 2-hydroxy-; CAS 69-72-7)
Label required
Not to be used for children under 3 years of age
The start date is not stated in the text (date unknown).
Official text, current to 15 Aug 2026. legislation.gov.uk revised version (The National Archives), current when read: this version applies from 2026-08-15, last updated 2026-08-19.
- Applies when
- Rinse-off product
- Applied to: Body
Depends on: rinse off, body area
- Effective
In force, start date unknown
No date for this row is stated in the published text. In force no later than 2026-08-19 (the date of the version ClaraDB holds); earlier commencement is not stated in the published text.
- Source
“Not to be used for children under 3 years of age”
Annex III entry 98 (wording) (excerpt) · fetched 2026-10-10The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Reg. (EC) 1223/2009 (retained) Annexes II-VI(opens in a new tab)
- LabelButylparaben propylparaben sodium propylparaben sodium butylparaben potassium butylparaben potassium propylparaben (CAS 94-26-8)
Label required
For leave-on products designed for children under three years of age: ‘ Do not use on the nappy area ’
The start date is not stated in the text (date unknown).
Official text, current to 15 Aug 2026. legislation.gov.uk revised version (The National Archives), current when read: this version applies from 2026-08-15, last updated 2026-08-19.
- Applies when
- Leave-on product
- Intended for children under 3
Depends on: rinse off, intended for children under 3
- Effective
In force, start date unknown
No date for this row is stated in the published text. In force no later than 2026-08-19 (the date of the version ClaraDB holds); earlier commencement is not stated in the published text.
- Source
“For leave-on products designed for children under three years of age: ‘ Do not use on the nappy area ’”
Annex V entry 12a (wording) · fetched 2026-10-10The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Reg. (EC) 1223/2009 (retained) Annexes II-VI(opens in a new tab)
- Label
Mandatory label element: Nominal content at the time of packaging by weight or volume
Label required
Nominal content at the time of packaging by weight or volume
Exemptions (1)
Free samples and single-application packs are exempt from the nominal content indication
“except in the case of packaging containing less than five grams or five millilitres, free samples and single-application packs”
Art. 19(1)(b) (excerpt) · fetched 2026-10-10The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Regulation (EC) 1223/2009 as it has effect in Great Britain (legislation.gov.uk eur/2009/1223)(opens in a new tab) The start date is not stated in the text (date unknown).
Official text, current to 15 Aug 2026. legislation.gov.uk revised version (The National Archives), current when read: this version applies from 2026-08-15, last updated 2026-08-19.
- Applies when
- Net content at least 5 mL
Depends on: net content ml
- Effective
In force, start date unknown
In force no later than 2026-08-19 (the date of the version ClaraDB holds); earlier commencement is not stated in the published text.
- Source
“the nominal content at the time of packaging, given by weight or by volume, except in the case of packaging containing less than five grams or five millilitres, free samples and single-application packs;”
Art. 19(1)(b) (excerpt) · fetched 2026-10-10The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Regulation (EC) 1223/2009 as it has effect in Great Britain (legislation.gov.uk eur/2009/1223)(opens in a new tab)
Categories
Categories with rules
The product categories with the most rules here, sub-categories included.
Smaller groups, fewer than 146 rules each
Sources
Sources
Where the rules come from, and when we last checked each source.
- The Batteries and Accumulators (Placing on the Market) Regulations 2008 (SI 2008/2164), latest revised, full XML(opens in a new tab)legislation.gov.uk (National Archives) · Regulation (XML)Updates: on changeLast checked: Checked
- The Electrically Assisted Pedal Cycles (Amendment) Regulations 2015 (SI 2015/24), as made(opens in a new tab)legislation.gov.uk (National Archives) · Regulation (XML)Updates: on changeLast checked: Checked
- The Electrically Assisted Pedal Cycles Regulations 1983 (SI 1983/1168), as made(opens in a new tab)legislation.gov.uk (National Archives) · Regulation (XML)Updates: on changeLast checked: Checked
- The Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016 (SI 2016/1101), full XML(opens in a new tab)legislation.gov.uk (National Archives) · Regulation (XML)Updates: on changeLast checked: Checked
- The Electromagnetic Compatibility Regulations 2016 (SI 2016/1091), full XML(opens in a new tab)legislation.gov.uk (National Archives) · Regulation (XML)Updates: on changeLast checked: Checked
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- The General Product Safety Regulations 2005 (SI 2005/1803), full XML(opens in a new tab)legislation.gov.uk (National Archives) · Regulation (XML)Updates: on changeLast checked: Checked
- OPSS product safety alerts, reports and recalls(opens in a new tab)Office for Product Safety and Standards (GOV.UK) · Enforcement feed (JSON)Updates: dailyLast checked: Not checked yet
- The Plugs and Sockets etc. (Safety) Regulations 1994 (SI 1994/1768), full XML(opens in a new tab)legislation.gov.uk (National Archives) · Regulation (XML)Updates: on changeLast checked: Checked
- Product Security and Telecommunications Infrastructure Act 2022 (c. 46), full XML(opens in a new tab)legislation.gov.uk (National Archives) · Statute (XML)Updates: on changeLast checked: Checked
- The Product Security (Security Requirements for Relevant Connectable Products) Regulations 2023 (SI 2023/1007), full XML(opens in a new tab)legislation.gov.uk (National Archives) · Regulation (XML)Updates: on changeLast checked: Checked
- The Radio Equipment Regulations 2017 (SI 2017/1206), full XML(opens in a new tab)legislation.gov.uk (National Archives) · Regulation (XML)Updates: on changeLast checked: Checked
- UK REACH restrictions (GB list)(opens in a new tab)HSE / GOV.UK · Official list (JSON)Updates: on changeLast checked: Not checked yet
- Regulation (EU) No 1169/2011 as retained in GB (food information to consumers), revised version, legislation.gov.uk(opens in a new tab)The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk) · Regulation (XML)Updates: on changeLast checked: Checked · 3 versions kept
- Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 as retained and applying in the UK (legislation.gov.uk eur/2009/1223), with Annexes I-X(opens in a new tab)The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk) · Regulation (XML)Updates: on changeLast checked: Checked · 2 versions kept
- Regulation (EC) No 1333/2008 on food additives as retained in GB, revised version, legislation.gov.uk(opens in a new tab)The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk) · Regulation (XML)Updates: on changeLast checked: Checked · 3 versions kept
- Regulation (EC) No 1333/2008 Annex II (domestic list of food additives) as retained in GB, point in time 2024-06-28, legislation.gov.uk(opens in a new tab)The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk) · Regulation (XML)Updates: staticLast checked: Checked
- Regulation (EC) No 178/2002 general food law as retained in GB, revised version, legislation.gov.uk(opens in a new tab)The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk) · Regulation (XML)Updates: on changeLast checked: Checked · 3 versions kept
- Commission Regulation (EC) No 1881/2006 on maximum levels for contaminants as retained in GB, revised version, legislation.gov.uk(opens in a new tab)The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk) · Regulation (XML)Updates: on changeLast checked: Checked · 4 versions kept
- Assimilated Regulation (EC) 1935/2004 (retained food-contact rules)(opens in a new tab)legislation.gov.uk (National Archives) · Regulation (XML)Updates: on changeLast checked: Checked · 2 versions kept
- The Restriction of the Use of Certain Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment Regulations 2012 (SI 2012/3032), full XML(opens in a new tab)legislation.gov.uk (National Archives) · Regulation (XML)Updates: on changeLast checked: Checked
- The Cosmetic Products Enforcement Regulations 2013 (SI 2013/1478), revised version(opens in a new tab)The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk) · Regulation (XML)Updates: on changeLast checked: Checked
- The Food Information Regulations 2014 (SI 2014/1855), revised version(opens in a new tab)The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk) · Regulation (XML)Updates: on changeLast checked: Checked · 3 versions kept
- GOV.UK guidance: Using the UKCA marking (HTML)(opens in a new tab)UK Government (GOV.UK) · Guidance (web page)Updates: on changeLast checked: Checked
- The Waste Batteries and Accumulators Regulations 2009 (SI 2009/890), full XML(opens in a new tab)legislation.gov.uk (National Archives) · Regulation (XML)Updates: on changeLast checked: Checked
- The Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Regulations 2013 (SI 2013/3113), full XML(opens in a new tab)legislation.gov.uk (National Archives) · Regulation (XML)Updates: on changeLast checked: Checked
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