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Hexachlorophene

Korean: 헥사클로로펜 · CAS 70-30-4 · Functions: preservative

KR South Korea (MFDS)

Restricted MFDS restricted ingredients

Source: MFDS — cosmetic ingredient use restrictions · checked Oct 16, 2026

EU European Union (CosIng)

Prohibited Annex II/371

Source: EU CosIng — Annex II · checked Oct 16, 2026

US United States (FDA)

Restricted 21 CFR 250.250

Maximum: 0.1%

Conditions: Only as a preservative when no alternative is available; not in products intended for mucous membranes such as the lips.

Source: 21 CFR 250.250 · checked Oct 16, 2026

Other markets

How Hexachlorophene is treated in 7 more markets, from the overseas cosmetic regulation database compiled by Korea's MFDS. Always confirm with the regulator of that country before selling there.

Market	Status	Conditions
CN China	Restricted	—
AS ASEAN (10 countries)	Restricted	—
JP Japan	Restricted	—
TW Taiwan	Restricted	—
CA Canada	Restricted	—
BR Brazil	Restricted	—
AR Argentina	Restricted	—

Source: MFDS cosmetic ingredient use restrictions — overseas regulations · checked Oct 16, 2026

Also listed as

HEXACHLOROPHENE 헥사클로로펜

Information only, not medical advice. Rules change — always check the linked official source. If you are pregnant, have a skin condition or allergies, ask a dermatologist or pharmacist.