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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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Limit 0.1 % (content basis)
In the finished (ready for use) cosmetic product. Maximum concentration cell: 0,1 %. Field of application: Rinse-off products Leave-on products other than oral products.
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: Face or Eye area or Lips or Hair or Scalp or Nails or Hands or Underarm or Body or External genital 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.
From the official list: Benzenemethanaminium, N,N-dimethyl-N-[2-[2-[4-(1,1,3,3,-tetramethylbutyl)phenoxy]ethoxy] ethyl]-, chloride · Benzethonium Chloride · 121-54-0 · 204-479-9 · Rinse-off products Leave-on products other than oral products · 0,1 %
Annex V entry 53 · fetched 2026-10-10
The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Reg. (EC) 1223/2009 (retained) Annexes II-VI(opens in a new tab)Limit 6 % (content basis)
In the finished (ready for use) cosmetic product. Maximum concentration cell: For product types— (a) 2.2%; (b) 6%; (c) 0.5%.. Field of application: Product types— (a) skin products, other than those listed in paragraph (b), including all propellant and pump spray skin products; (b) face products, hand products and lip products (excluding propellant and pump spray face products, hand products and lip products); (c) all other cosmetic products.. Other: For product types (a) and (b), not to be used at more than 0.5% to protect product formulation. If used at 0.5% to protect product formulation, the levels used as UV filter must not exceed, for product types— (a) 1.7%; (b) 5.5%..
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.
“For product types— (a) 2.2%; (b) 6%; (c) 0.5%.”
Limit 2 % (content basis)
In the finished (ready for use) cosmetic product. Maximum concentration cell: 2 %. Field of application: (b) Hair straightener. Other: General use.
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.
- Not for professional use
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.
From the official list: (b) Hair straightener · 2 %
Annex III entry 15a (l1) · fetched 2026-10-10
The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Reg. (EC) 1223/2009 (retained) Annexes II-VI(opens in a new tab)Limit 2 % (content basis)
In the finished (ready for use) cosmetic product. Maximum concentration cell: 2 %. Field of application: (a) Hair straighteners. Other: General use.
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.
- Not for professional use
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.
From the official list: Lithium hydroxide · Lithium hydroxide · 1310-65-2 · 215-183-4 · (a) Hair straighteners · 2 %
Annex III entry 15b · fetched 2026-10-10
The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Reg. (EC) 1223/2009 (retained) Annexes II-VI(opens in a new tab)Limit 8 % (content basis)
In the finished (ready for use) cosmetic product. Maximum concentration cell: (a) 8 % 11 %. Field of application: (a) Hair waving or straightening products. Other: (a) General use ready for use pH 7 to 9,5 Professional use ready for use pH 7 to 9,5.
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.
- Not for professional use
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.
From the official list: Thioglycolic acid and its salts · Thioglycolic acid · 68-11-1 · 200-677-4 · (a) Hair waving or straightening products · (a) 8 % 11 %
Annex III entry 2a (v1a) · fetched 2026-10-10
The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Reg. (EC) 1223/2009 (retained) Annexes II-VI(opens in a new tab)Limit 8 % (content basis)
In the finished (ready for use) cosmetic product. Maximum concentration cell: (a) 8 %. Field of application: Hair waving or straightening products. Other: General use ready for use pH 6 to 9,5.
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.
- Not for professional use
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.
From the official list: Thioglycolic acid esters · Hair waving or straightening products · (a) 8 %
Annex III entry 2b · fetched 2026-10-10
The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Reg. (EC) 1223/2009 (retained) Annexes II-VI(opens in a new tab)Limit 1 % (content basis)
In the finished (ready for use) cosmetic product. Maximum concentration cell: 1%. Field of application: Face and hand products.
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: Face or Hands
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.
From the official list: 5-hydroxy-2-(hydroxymethyl)pyran-4-one · Kojic acid · 501-30-4 · 207-922-4 · Face and hand products · 1%
Annex III entry 323 · fetched 2026-10-10
The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Reg. (EC) 1223/2009 (retained) 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.
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.
“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.
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.
“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 0.1 % (content basis)
In the finished (ready for use) cosmetic product. Maximum concentration cell: (a) (1) 0.1% (products intended for children 0–3 years) (2) 2% (products intended for children above 3 years and adults) (b) (1) 0.1% (products intended for children 0–3 years) (2) 0.5% (products intended for children above 3 years and adults) (c) (1) 0.1% (products intended for children 0–3 years) (2) 0.3% (products intended for children above 3 years and adults) (d) (1) 0.1% (products intended for children 0–3 years) (2) 0.3% (products intended for children above 3 years and adults) (e) 0.3% (products intended for children above 3 years and adults) (f) 0.3% (products intended for children above 3 years and adults) (g) 0.3% (products intended for children above 3 years and adults) (h) 0.001% (i) 0.5% (products intended for children above 3 years and adults). Field of application: (a) Fragrance products (spray
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
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.
“(a) (1) 0.1% (products intended for children 0–3 years) (2) 2% (products intended for children above 3 years and adults) (b) (1) 0.1% (products intended for children 0–3 years)”
Limit 2 % (content basis)
In the finished (ready for use) cosmetic product. Maximum concentration cell: (a) (1) 0.1% (products intended for children 0–3 years) (2) 2% (products intended for children above 3 years and adults) (b) (1) 0.1% (products intended for children 0–3 years) (2) 0.5% (products intended for children above 3 years and adults) (c) (1) 0.1% (products intended for children 0–3 years) (2) 0.3% (products intended for children above 3 years and adults) (d) (1) 0.1% (products intended for children 0–3 years) (2) 0.3% (products intended for children above 3 years and adults) (e) 0.3% (products intended for children above 3 years and adults) (f) 0.3% (products intended for children above 3 years and adults) (g) 0.3% (products intended for children above 3 years and adults) (h) 0.001% (i) 0.5% (products intended for children above 3 years and adults). Field of application: (a) Fragrance products (spray
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
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.
“(a) (1) 0.1% (products intended for children 0–3 years) (2) 2% (products intended for children above 3 years and adults) (b) (1) 0.1% (products intended for children 0–3 years)”
Limit 0.5 % (content basis)
In the finished (ready for use) cosmetic product. Maximum concentration cell: (a) (1) 0.1% (products intended for children 0–3 years) (2) 2% (products intended for children above 3 years and adults) (b) (1) 0.1% (products intended for children 0–3 years) (2) 0.5% (products intended for children above 3 years and adults) (c) (1) 0.1% (products intended for children 0–3 years) (2) 0.3% (products intended for children above 3 years and adults) (d) (1) 0.1% (products intended for children 0–3 years) (2) 0.3% (products intended for children above 3 years and adults) (e) 0.3% (products intended for children above 3 years and adults) (f) 0.3% (products intended for children above 3 years and adults) (g) 0.3% (products intended for children above 3 years and adults) (h) 0.001% (i) 0.5% (products intended for children above 3 years and adults). Field of application: (a) Fragrance products (spray
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
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.
“(a) (1) 0.1% (products intended for children 0–3 years) (2) 2% (products intended for children above 3 years and adults) (b) (1) 0.1% (products intended for children 0–3 years)”
Limit 0.3 % (content basis)
In the finished (ready for use) cosmetic product. Maximum concentration cell: (a) (1) 0.1% (products intended for children 0–3 years) (2) 2% (products intended for children above 3 years and adults) (b) (1) 0.1% (products intended for children 0–3 years) (2) 0.5% (products intended for children above 3 years and adults) (c) (1) 0.1% (products intended for children 0–3 years) (2) 0.3% (products intended for children above 3 years and adults) (d) (1) 0.1% (products intended for children 0–3 years) (2) 0.3% (products intended for children above 3 years and adults) (e) 0.3% (products intended for children above 3 years and adults) (f) 0.3% (products intended for children above 3 years and adults) (g) 0.3% (products intended for children above 3 years and adults) (h) 0.001% (i) 0.5% (products intended for children above 3 years and adults). Field of application: (a) Fragrance products (spray
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
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.
“(a) (1) 0.1% (products intended for children 0–3 years) (2) 2% (products intended for children above 3 years and adults) (b) (1) 0.1% (products intended for children 0–3 years)”
Limit 2.5 % (content basis)
In the finished (ready for use) cosmetic product. Maximum concentration cell: 2,5 % (acid). Field of application: Rinse-off products, except oral products.
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: Face or Eye area or Lips or Hair or Scalp or Nails or Hands or Underarm or Body or External genital area
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.
From the official list: Benzoic acid Sodium Benzoate · 65-85-0 532-32-1 · 200-618-2 208-534-8 · Rinse-off products, except oral products · 2,5 % (acid)
Annex V entry 1 · fetched 2026-10-10
The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Reg. (EC) 1223/2009 (retained) Annexes II-VI(opens in a new tab)Limit 3 % (content basis)
In the finished (ready for use) cosmetic product. Maximum concentration cell: 3,0 % 2,0 % 0.5%. Field of application: Rinse-off hair products Other products except body lotion, eye shadow, mascara, eyeliner, lipstick, roll-on deodorant Body lotion, eye shadow, mascara, eyeliner, lipstick, roll-on deodorant. Other: 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..
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.
“3,0 % 2,0 % 0.5%”
Limit 2 % (content basis)
In the finished (ready for use) cosmetic product. Maximum concentration cell: 3,0 % 2,0 % 0.5%. Field of application: Rinse-off hair products Other products except body lotion, eye shadow, mascara, eyeliner, lipstick, roll-on deodorant Body lotion, eye shadow, mascara, eyeliner, lipstick, roll-on deodorant. Other: 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..
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.
“3,0 % 2,0 % 0.5%”
Limit 0.5 % (content basis)
In the finished (ready for use) cosmetic product. Maximum concentration cell: 3,0 % 2,0 % 0.5%. Field of application: Rinse-off hair products Other products except body lotion, eye shadow, mascara, eyeliner, lipstick, roll-on deodorant Body lotion, eye shadow, mascara, eyeliner, lipstick, roll-on deodorant. Other: 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..
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.
“3,0 % 2,0 % 0.5%”
Limit 2 % (content basis)
In the finished (ready for use) cosmetic product. Maximum concentration cell: 2 %. Field of application: Use only in rinse-off products Not to be used in oral products. 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).
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: Mouth or Teeth and gums
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.
From the official list: 1-Phenoxypropan-2-ol · Phenoxyisopropanol · 770-35-4 · 212-222-7 · Use only in rinse-off products Not to be used in oral products · 2 %
Annex III entry 54 · fetched 2026-10-10
The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Reg. (EC) 1223/2009 (retained) Annexes II-VI(opens in a new tab)Limit 0.0002 % (content basis)
In the finished (ready for use) cosmetic product. Maximum concentration cell: 0,0002 %. Field of application: Other leave-on products and oral products.
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
- Applied to: Mouth or Teeth and gums
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.
From the official list: Other leave-on products and oral products · 0,0002 %
Annex III entry 102 (l3) · fetched 2026-10-10
The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Reg. (EC) 1223/2009 (retained) Annexes II-VI(opens in a new tab)- LimitBenzethonium Chloride (CAS 121-54-0)
Limit 0.1 % (content basis)
In the finished (ready for use) cosmetic product. Maximum concentration cell: 0,1 %. Field of application: Rinse-off products Leave-on products other than oral products.
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: Face or Eye area or Lips or Hair or Scalp or Nails or Hands or Underarm or Body or External genital 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
From the official list: Benzenemethanaminium, N,N-dimethyl-N-[2-[2-[4-(1,1,3,3,-tetramethylbutyl)phenoxy]ethoxy] ethyl]-, chloride · Benzethonium Chloride · 121-54-0 · 204-479-9 · Rinse-off products Leave-on products other than oral products · 0,1 %
Annex V entry 53 · fetched 2026-10-10
The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Reg. (EC) 1223/2009 (retained) Annexes II-VI(opens in a new tab)
- LimitBenzophenone-3 (2-Hydroxy-4-methoxy-benzophenone/Oxybenzone; CAS 131-57-7)
Limit 6 % (content basis)
In the finished (ready for use) cosmetic product. Maximum concentration cell: For product types— (a) 2.2%; (b) 6%; (c) 0.5%.. Field of application: Product types— (a) skin products, other than those listed in paragraph (b), including all propellant and pump spray skin products; (b) face products, hand products and lip products (excluding propellant and pump spray face products, hand products and lip products); (c) all other cosmetic products.. Other: For product types (a) and (b), not to be used at more than 0.5% to protect product formulation. If used at 0.5% to protect product formulation, the levels used as UV filter must not exceed, for product types— (a) 1.7%; (b) 5.5%..
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
“For product types— (a) 2.2%; (b) 6%; (c) 0.5%.”
Annex VI entry 4 (v2b) · fetched 2026-10-10The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Reg. (EC) 1223/2009 (retained) Annexes II-VI(opens in a new tab)
- LimitPotassium hydroxide (Potassium or sodium hydroxide; CAS 1310-58-3)
Limit 2 % (content basis)
In the finished (ready for use) cosmetic product. Maximum concentration cell: 2 %. Field of application: (b) Hair straightener. Other: General use.
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
- Not for professional use
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
From the official list: (b) Hair straightener · 2 %
Annex III entry 15a (l1) · fetched 2026-10-10
The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Reg. (EC) 1223/2009 (retained) Annexes II-VI(opens in a new tab)
- LimitLithium hydroxide (CAS 1310-65-2)
Limit 2 % (content basis)
In the finished (ready for use) cosmetic product. Maximum concentration cell: 2 %. Field of application: (a) Hair straighteners. Other: General use.
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
- Not for professional use
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
From the official list: Lithium hydroxide · Lithium hydroxide · 1310-65-2 · 215-183-4 · (a) Hair straighteners · 2 %
Annex III entry 15b · fetched 2026-10-10
The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Reg. (EC) 1223/2009 (retained) Annexes II-VI(opens in a new tab)
- LimitThioglycolic acid (Thioglycolic acid and its salts; CAS 68-11-1)
Limit 8 % (content basis)
In the finished (ready for use) cosmetic product. Maximum concentration cell: (a) 8 % 11 %. Field of application: (a) Hair waving or straightening products. Other: (a) General use ready for use pH 7 to 9,5 Professional use ready for use pH 7 to 9,5.
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
- Not for professional use
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
From the official list: Thioglycolic acid and its salts · Thioglycolic acid · 68-11-1 · 200-677-4 · (a) Hair waving or straightening products · (a) 8 % 11 %
Annex III entry 2a (v1a) · fetched 2026-10-10
The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Reg. (EC) 1223/2009 (retained) Annexes II-VI(opens in a new tab)
- LimitThioglycolic acid esters
Limit 8 % (content basis)
In the finished (ready for use) cosmetic product. Maximum concentration cell: (a) 8 %. Field of application: Hair waving or straightening products. Other: General use ready for use pH 6 to 9,5.
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
- Not for professional use
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
From the official list: Thioglycolic acid esters · Hair waving or straightening products · (a) 8 %
Annex III entry 2b · fetched 2026-10-10
The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Reg. (EC) 1223/2009 (retained) Annexes II-VI(opens in a new tab)
- LimitKojic Acid (5-Hydroxy-2-(hydroxymethyl)-4H-pyrane-4-one; CAS 501-30-4)
Limit 1 % (content basis)
In the finished (ready for use) cosmetic product. Maximum concentration cell: 1%. Field of application: Face and hand products.
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: Face or Hands
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
From the official list: 5-hydroxy-2-(hydroxymethyl)pyran-4-one · Kojic acid · 501-30-4 · 207-922-4 · Face and hand products · 1%
Annex III entry 323 · fetched 2026-10-10
The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Reg. (EC) 1223/2009 (retained) 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.
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
“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 2026-10-10The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Reg. (EC) 1223/2009 (retained) 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.
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
“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 2026-10-10The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Reg. (EC) 1223/2009 (retained) Annexes II-VI(opens in a new tab)
- LimitHexyl Salicylate (Hexyl 2-hydroxybenzoate; CAS 6259-76-3)
Limit 0.1 % (content basis)
In the finished (ready for use) cosmetic product. Maximum concentration cell: (a) (1) 0.1% (products intended for children 0–3 years) (2) 2% (products intended for children above 3 years and adults) (b) (1) 0.1% (products intended for children 0–3 years) (2) 0.5% (products intended for children above 3 years and adults) (c) (1) 0.1% (products intended for children 0–3 years) (2) 0.3% (products intended for children above 3 years and adults) (d) (1) 0.1% (products intended for children 0–3 years) (2) 0.3% (products intended for children above 3 years and adults) (e) 0.3% (products intended for children above 3 years and adults) (f) 0.3% (products intended for children above 3 years and adults) (g) 0.3% (products intended for children above 3 years and adults) (h) 0.001% (i) 0.5% (products intended for children above 3 years and adults). Field of application: (a) Fragrance products (spray
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
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
“(a) (1) 0.1% (products intended for children 0–3 years) (2) 2% (products intended for children above 3 years and adults) (b) (1) 0.1% (products intended for children 0–3 years)”
Annex III entry 325 (v1) · fetched 2026-10-10The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Reg. (EC) 1223/2009 (retained) Annexes II-VI(opens in a new tab)
- LimitHexyl Salicylate (Hexyl 2-hydroxybenzoate; CAS 6259-76-3)
Limit 2 % (content basis)
In the finished (ready for use) cosmetic product. Maximum concentration cell: (a) (1) 0.1% (products intended for children 0–3 years) (2) 2% (products intended for children above 3 years and adults) (b) (1) 0.1% (products intended for children 0–3 years) (2) 0.5% (products intended for children above 3 years and adults) (c) (1) 0.1% (products intended for children 0–3 years) (2) 0.3% (products intended for children above 3 years and adults) (d) (1) 0.1% (products intended for children 0–3 years) (2) 0.3% (products intended for children above 3 years and adults) (e) 0.3% (products intended for children above 3 years and adults) (f) 0.3% (products intended for children above 3 years and adults) (g) 0.3% (products intended for children above 3 years and adults) (h) 0.001% (i) 0.5% (products intended for children above 3 years and adults). Field of application: (a) Fragrance products (spray
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
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
“(a) (1) 0.1% (products intended for children 0–3 years) (2) 2% (products intended for children above 3 years and adults) (b) (1) 0.1% (products intended for children 0–3 years)”
Annex III entry 325 (v2) · fetched 2026-10-10The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Reg. (EC) 1223/2009 (retained) Annexes II-VI(opens in a new tab)
- LimitHexyl Salicylate (Hexyl 2-hydroxybenzoate; CAS 6259-76-3)
Limit 0.5 % (content basis)
In the finished (ready for use) cosmetic product. Maximum concentration cell: (a) (1) 0.1% (products intended for children 0–3 years) (2) 2% (products intended for children above 3 years and adults) (b) (1) 0.1% (products intended for children 0–3 years) (2) 0.5% (products intended for children above 3 years and adults) (c) (1) 0.1% (products intended for children 0–3 years) (2) 0.3% (products intended for children above 3 years and adults) (d) (1) 0.1% (products intended for children 0–3 years) (2) 0.3% (products intended for children above 3 years and adults) (e) 0.3% (products intended for children above 3 years and adults) (f) 0.3% (products intended for children above 3 years and adults) (g) 0.3% (products intended for children above 3 years and adults) (h) 0.001% (i) 0.5% (products intended for children above 3 years and adults). Field of application: (a) Fragrance products (spray
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
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
“(a) (1) 0.1% (products intended for children 0–3 years) (2) 2% (products intended for children above 3 years and adults) (b) (1) 0.1% (products intended for children 0–3 years)”
Annex III entry 325 (v3) · fetched 2026-10-10The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Reg. (EC) 1223/2009 (retained) Annexes II-VI(opens in a new tab)
- LimitHexyl Salicylate (Hexyl 2-hydroxybenzoate; CAS 6259-76-3)
Limit 0.3 % (content basis)
In the finished (ready for use) cosmetic product. Maximum concentration cell: (a) (1) 0.1% (products intended for children 0–3 years) (2) 2% (products intended for children above 3 years and adults) (b) (1) 0.1% (products intended for children 0–3 years) (2) 0.5% (products intended for children above 3 years and adults) (c) (1) 0.1% (products intended for children 0–3 years) (2) 0.3% (products intended for children above 3 years and adults) (d) (1) 0.1% (products intended for children 0–3 years) (2) 0.3% (products intended for children above 3 years and adults) (e) 0.3% (products intended for children above 3 years and adults) (f) 0.3% (products intended for children above 3 years and adults) (g) 0.3% (products intended for children above 3 years and adults) (h) 0.001% (i) 0.5% (products intended for children above 3 years and adults). Field of application: (a) Fragrance products (spray
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
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
“(a) (1) 0.1% (products intended for children 0–3 years) (2) 2% (products intended for children above 3 years and adults) (b) (1) 0.1% (products intended for children 0–3 years)”
Annex III entry 325 (v4) · fetched 2026-10-10The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Reg. (EC) 1223/2009 (retained) Annexes II-VI(opens in a new tab)
- LimitBenzoic acid Sodium Benzoate (Benzoic acid and its sodium salt; CAS 65-85-0)
Limit 2.5 % (content basis)
In the finished (ready for use) cosmetic product. Maximum concentration cell: 2,5 % (acid). Field of application: Rinse-off products, except oral products.
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: Face or Eye area or Lips or Hair or Scalp or Nails or Hands or Underarm or Body or External genital area
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
From the official list: Benzoic acid Sodium Benzoate · 65-85-0 532-32-1 · 200-618-2 208-534-8 · Rinse-off products, except oral products · 2,5 % (acid)
Annex V entry 1 · fetched 2026-10-10
The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Reg. (EC) 1223/2009 (retained) Annexes II-VI(opens in a new tab)
- LimitSalicylic acid (Benzoic acid, 2-hydroxy-; CAS 69-72-7)
Limit 3 % (content basis)
In the finished (ready for use) cosmetic product. Maximum concentration cell: 3,0 % 2,0 % 0.5%. Field of application: Rinse-off hair products Other products except body lotion, eye shadow, mascara, eyeliner, lipstick, roll-on deodorant Body lotion, eye shadow, mascara, eyeliner, lipstick, roll-on deodorant. Other: 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..
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
“3,0 % 2,0 % 0.5%”
Annex III entry 98 (v1) · fetched 2026-10-10The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Reg. (EC) 1223/2009 (retained) 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: 3,0 % 2,0 % 0.5%. Field of application: Rinse-off hair products Other products except body lotion, eye shadow, mascara, eyeliner, lipstick, roll-on deodorant Body lotion, eye shadow, mascara, eyeliner, lipstick, roll-on deodorant. Other: 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..
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
“3,0 % 2,0 % 0.5%”
Annex III entry 98 (v2) · fetched 2026-10-10The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Reg. (EC) 1223/2009 (retained) 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: 3,0 % 2,0 % 0.5%. Field of application: Rinse-off hair products Other products except body lotion, eye shadow, mascara, eyeliner, lipstick, roll-on deodorant Body lotion, eye shadow, mascara, eyeliner, lipstick, roll-on deodorant. Other: 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..
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
“3,0 % 2,0 % 0.5%”
Annex III entry 98 (v3) · fetched 2026-10-10The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Reg. (EC) 1223/2009 (retained) Annexes II-VI(opens in a new tab)
- LimitPhenoxyisopropanol (1-Phenoxypropan-2-ol; CAS 770-35-4)
Limit 2 % (content basis)
In the finished (ready for use) cosmetic product. Maximum concentration cell: 2 %. Field of application: Use only in rinse-off products Not to be used in oral products. 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).
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: Mouth or Teeth and gums
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
From the official list: 1-Phenoxypropan-2-ol · Phenoxyisopropanol · 770-35-4 · 212-222-7 · Use only in rinse-off products Not to be used in oral products · 2 %
Annex III entry 54 · fetched 2026-10-10
The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Reg. (EC) 1223/2009 (retained) Annexes II-VI(opens in a new tab)
- LimitMethyleugenol (CAS 93-15-2)
Limit 0.0002 % (content basis)
In the finished (ready for use) cosmetic product. Maximum concentration cell: 0,0002 %. Field of application: Other leave-on products and oral products.
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
- Applied to: Mouth or Teeth and gums
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
From the official list: Other leave-on products and oral products · 0,0002 %
Annex III entry 102 (l3) · fetched 2026-10-10
The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Reg. (EC) 1223/2009 (retained) Annexes II-VI(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
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- 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
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- 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
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- 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
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