CAS 6259-76-3, EC 228-408-6
Is Hexyl 2-hydroxybenzoate banned where you sell?
Also listed as Hexyl Salicylate. 2 markets have rules for it. Selling something that contains it? Check it free, no account needed.
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Banned, limited, needs a warning, or no rule we know of. US states also follow federal rules, shown in their own row.
We have no rule for it here. Our coverage starts 1 Jan 2025, and this doesn't mean it's allowed.
We have no rule for it here. Our coverage starts 1 Jan 2025, and this doesn't mean it's allowed.
We have no rule for it here. Our coverage starts 1 Jan 2025, and this doesn't mean it's allowed.
We have no rule for it here. Our coverage starts 1 Jan 2025, and this doesn't mean it's allowed.
We have no rule for it here. Our coverage starts 1 Jan 2025, and this doesn't mean it's allowed.
We have no rule for it here. Our coverage starts 1 Jan 2025, and this doesn't mean it's allowed.
We have no rule for it here. Our coverage starts 1 Jan 2025, and this doesn't mean it's allowed.
We have no rule for it here. Our coverage starts 1 Jan 2025, and this doesn't mean it's allowed.
We have no rule for it here. Our coverage starts 1 Jan 2025, and this doesn't mean it's allowed.
We have no rule for it here. Our coverage starts 1 Jan 2025, and this doesn't mean it's allowed.
We have no rule for it here. Our coverage starts 1 Jan 2025, and this doesn't mean it's allowed.
For Cosmetics and personal care: Limit 2 % (content basis). In force, start date unknown.
The concentration cell lists several limits ((a) 2 % (b) 0,5 % (c) 0,3 % (d) 0,001 % (e) 0,001 % (f) 0,1 %); this rule carries 2 % for (a). Which applies depends on the alternative in the cell.
“(a) 2 % (b) 0,5 % (c) 0,3 % (d) 0,001 % (e) 0,001 % (f) 0,1 %”
For Bath and shower products and Shampoo and conditioner: Limit 0.5 % (content basis). In force, start date unknown.
“(a) 2 % (b) 0,5 % (c) 0,3 % (d) 0,001 % (e) 0,001 % (f) 0,1 %”
For Hair care and colour: Limit 0.3 % (content basis). In force, start date unknown.
“(a) 2 % (b) 0,5 % (c) 0,3 % (d) 0,001 % (e) 0,001 % (f) 0,1 %”
For Toothpaste: Limit 0.001 % (content basis). In force, start date unknown.
“(a) 2 % (b) 0,5 % (c) 0,3 % (d) 0,001 % (e) 0,001 % (f) 0,1 %”
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For Bath and shower products and Shampoo and conditioner: Limit 0.1 % (content basis). In force, start date unknown.
“(a) 2 % (b) 0,5 % (c) 0,3 % (d) 0,001 % (e) 0,001 % (f) 0,1 %”
Limit 0.1 % (content basis). In force, start date unknown.
The concentration cell lists several limits ((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)); this rule carries 0.1 %. Which applies depends on the alternative in the 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)”
Limit 2 % (content basis). In force, start date unknown.
The concentration cell lists several limits ((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)); this rule carries 2 %. Which applies depends on the alternative in the 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)”
Limit 0.5 % (content basis). In force, start date unknown.
The concentration cell lists several limits ((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)); this rule carries 0.5 %. Which applies depends on the alternative in the 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)”
Limit 0.3 % (content basis). In force, start date unknown.
The concentration cell lists several limits ((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)); this rule carries 0.3 %. Which applies depends on the alternative in the 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)”
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For Mouthwash and rinses and Toothpaste: Limit 0.001 % (content basis). In force, start date unknown.
“(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)”
We have no rule for it here. Our coverage starts 12 Jul 2024, and this doesn't mean it's allowed.
We have no rule for it here. Our coverage starts 8 Oct 2026, and this doesn't mean it's allowed.
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- No known rule
- Requirement, dates and source
We have no rule for it here. Our coverage starts 1 Jan 2025, and this doesn't mean it's allowed.
- Status
- No known rule
- Requirement, dates and source
We have no rule for it here. Our coverage starts 1 Jan 2025, and this doesn't mean it's allowed.
- Status
- No known rule
- Requirement, dates and source
We have no rule for it here. Our coverage starts 1 Jan 2025, and this doesn't mean it's allowed.
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- Not covered
- Requirement, dates and source
We hold no rules for this market.
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- Not covered
- Requirement, dates and source
We hold no rules for this market.
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- No known rule
- Requirement, dates and source
We have no rule for it here. Our coverage starts 1 Jan 2025, and this doesn't mean it's allowed.
- Status
- No known rule
- Requirement, dates and source
We have no rule for it here. Our coverage starts 1 Jan 2025, and this doesn't mean it's allowed.
- Status
- No known rule
- Requirement, dates and source
We have no rule for it here. Our coverage starts 1 Jan 2025, and this doesn't mean it's allowed.
- Status
- No known rule
- Requirement, dates and source
We have no rule for it here. Our coverage starts 1 Jan 2025, and this doesn't mean it's allowed.
- Status
- Not covered
- Requirement, dates and source
We hold no rules for this market.
- Status
- No known rule
- Requirement, dates and source
We have no rule for it here. Our coverage starts 1 Jan 2025, and this doesn't mean it's allowed.
- Status
- Not covered
- Requirement, dates and source
We hold no rules for this market.
- Status
- No known rule
- Requirement, dates and source
We have no rule for it here. Our coverage starts 1 Jan 2025, and this doesn't mean it's allowed.
- Status
- Not covered
- Requirement, dates and source
We hold no rules for this market.
- Status
- Not covered
- Requirement, dates and source
We hold no rules for this market.
- Status
- No known rule
- Requirement, dates and source
We have no rule for it here. Our coverage starts 1 Jan 2025, and this doesn't mean it's allowed.
- Status
- No known rule
- Requirement, dates and source
We have no rule for it here. Our coverage starts 1 Jan 2025, and this doesn't mean it's allowed.
- Status
- Limited
- Requirement, dates and source
For Cosmetics and personal care: Limit 2 % (content basis). In force, start date unknown.
The concentration cell lists several limits ((a) 2 % (b) 0,5 % (c) 0,3 % (d) 0,001 % (e) 0,001 % (f) 0,1 %); this rule carries 2 % for (a). Which applies depends on the alternative in the cell.
“(a) 2 % (b) 0,5 % (c) 0,3 % (d) 0,001 % (e) 0,001 % (f) 0,1 %”
Annex III entry 380 (v1a) · fetched 2026-10-09European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Reg. (EC) 1223/2009 Annexes II-VI(opens in a new tab) For Bath and shower products and Shampoo and conditioner: Limit 0.5 % (content basis). In force, start date unknown.
“(a) 2 % (b) 0,5 % (c) 0,3 % (d) 0,001 % (e) 0,001 % (f) 0,1 %”
Annex III entry 380 (v2b) · fetched 2026-10-09European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Reg. (EC) 1223/2009 Annexes II-VI(opens in a new tab) For Hair care and colour: Limit 0.3 % (content basis). In force, start date unknown.
“(a) 2 % (b) 0,5 % (c) 0,3 % (d) 0,001 % (e) 0,001 % (f) 0,1 %”
Annex III entry 380 (v3c) · fetched 2026-10-09European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Reg. (EC) 1223/2009 Annexes II-VI(opens in a new tab) For Toothpaste: Limit 0.001 % (content basis). In force, start date unknown.
“(a) 2 % (b) 0,5 % (c) 0,3 % (d) 0,001 % (e) 0,001 % (f) 0,1 %”
Annex III entry 380 (v4d) · fetched 2026-10-09European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Reg. (EC) 1223/2009 Annexes II-VI(opens in a new tab) Show 1 more rule for this market
For Bath and shower products and Shampoo and conditioner: Limit 0.1 % (content basis). In force, start date unknown.
“(a) 2 % (b) 0,5 % (c) 0,3 % (d) 0,001 % (e) 0,001 % (f) 0,1 %”
Annex III entry 380 (v5f) · fetched 2026-10-09European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Reg. (EC) 1223/2009 Annexes II-VI(opens in a new tab)
- Status
- Limited
- Requirement, dates and source
Limit 0.1 % (content basis). In force, start date unknown.
The concentration cell lists several limits ((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)); this rule carries 0.1 %. Which applies depends on the alternative in the 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)”
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) Limit 2 % (content basis). In force, start date unknown.
The concentration cell lists several limits ((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)); this rule carries 2 %. Which applies depends on the alternative in the 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)”
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) Limit 0.5 % (content basis). In force, start date unknown.
The concentration cell lists several limits ((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)); this rule carries 0.5 %. Which applies depends on the alternative in the 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)”
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) Limit 0.3 % (content basis). In force, start date unknown.
The concentration cell lists several limits ((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)); this rule carries 0.3 %. Which applies depends on the alternative in the 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)”
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) Show 1 more rule for this market
For Mouthwash and rinses and Toothpaste: Limit 0.001 % (content basis). In force, start date unknown.
“(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 (v5h) · fetched 2026-10-10The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Reg. (EC) 1223/2009 (retained) Annexes II-VI(opens in a new tab)
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- No known rule
- Requirement, dates and source
We have no rule for it here. Our coverage starts 12 Jul 2024, and this doesn't mean it's allowed.
- Status
- No known rule
- Requirement, dates and source
We have no rule for it here. Our coverage starts 8 Oct 2026, and this doesn't mean it's allowed.
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Groups
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Not named in any group
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No Prop 65 notice, EU Safety Gate alert or CPSC recall has named Hexyl 2-hydroxybenzoate since January 2023. Other agencies may still have acted.
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