LegalizeThe Cosmetic Products (Safety) Regulations 2008
SCHEDULE 4
PART 1 — LIST OF SUBSTANCES WHICH COSMETIC PRODUCTS MUST NOT CONTAIN EXCEPT SUBJECT TO RESTRICTIONS AND CONDITIONS
| Reference number | Substance | Restrictions | Restrictions | Restrictions | Conditions of use and warnings which must be printed on the label |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reference number | Substance | Field of application and/or use | Maximum authorised concentration in the finished cosmetic product | Other limitations and requirements | Conditions of use and warnings which must be printed on the label |
| a | b | c | d | e | f |
| (1) The substances may be used singly or in combination provided that the sum of the ratios of the levels of each of them in the cosmetic product expressed with reference to the maximum level authorised for each of them does not exceed 1. | (1) The substances may be used singly or in combination provided that the sum of the ratios of the levels of each of them in the cosmetic product expressed with reference to the maximum level authorised for each of them does not exceed 1. | (1) The substances may be used singly or in combination provided that the sum of the ratios of the levels of each of them in the cosmetic product expressed with reference to the maximum level authorised for each of them does not exceed 1. | (1) The substances may be used singly or in combination provided that the sum of the ratios of the levels of each of them in the cosmetic product expressed with reference to the maximum level authorised for each of them does not exceed 1. | (1) The substances may be used singly or in combination provided that the sum of the ratios of the levels of each of them in the cosmetic product expressed with reference to the maximum level authorised for each of them does not exceed 1. | (1) The substances may be used singly or in combination provided that the sum of the ratios of the levels of each of them in the cosmetic product expressed with reference to the maximum level authorised for each of them does not exceed 1. |
| (2) Only if the concentration exceeds 0.05%. | (2) Only if the concentration exceeds 0.05%. | (2) Only if the concentration exceeds 0.05%. | (2) Only if the concentration exceeds 0.05%. | (2) Only if the concentration exceeds 0.05%. | (2) Only if the concentration exceeds 0.05%. |
| (3) These substances may be used singly or in combination provided that the sum of the ratios of the levels of each of them in the cosmetic product expressed with reference to the maximum level authorised for each of them does not exceed 2. | (3) These substances may be used singly or in combination provided that the sum of the ratios of the levels of each of them in the cosmetic product expressed with reference to the maximum level authorised for each of them does not exceed 2. | (3) These substances may be used singly or in combination provided that the sum of the ratios of the levels of each of them in the cosmetic product expressed with reference to the maximum level authorised for each of them does not exceed 2. | (3) These substances may be used singly or in combination provided that the sum of the ratios of the levels of each of them in the cosmetic product expressed with reference to the maximum level authorised for each of them does not exceed 2. | (3) These substances may be used singly or in combination provided that the sum of the ratios of the levels of each of them in the cosmetic product expressed with reference to the maximum level authorised for each of them does not exceed 2. | (3) These substances may be used singly or in combination provided that the sum of the ratios of the levels of each of them in the cosmetic product expressed with reference to the maximum level authorised for each of them does not exceed 2. |
| (4) The quantity of sodium, potassium or lithium hydroxide is expressed as weight of sodium hydroxide. In cases of mixtures, the sum should not exceed the limits given in column d. | (4) The quantity of sodium, potassium or lithium hydroxide is expressed as weight of sodium hydroxide. In cases of mixtures, the sum should not exceed the limits given in column d. | (4) The quantity of sodium, potassium or lithium hydroxide is expressed as weight of sodium hydroxide. In cases of mixtures, the sum should not exceed the limits given in column d. | (4) The quantity of sodium, potassium or lithium hydroxide is expressed as weight of sodium hydroxide. In cases of mixtures, the sum should not exceed the limits given in column d. | (4) The quantity of sodium, potassium or lithium hydroxide is expressed as weight of sodium hydroxide. In cases of mixtures, the sum should not exceed the limits given in column d. | (4) The quantity of sodium, potassium or lithium hydroxide is expressed as weight of sodium hydroxide. In cases of mixtures, the sum should not exceed the limits given in column d. |
| (5) The concentration of sodium, potassium or lithium hydroxide is expressed as weight of sodium hydroxide. In case of mixtures, the sum should not exceed the limits given in column d. | (5) The concentration of sodium, potassium or lithium hydroxide is expressed as weight of sodium hydroxide. In case of mixtures, the sum should not exceed the limits given in column d. | (5) The concentration of sodium, potassium or lithium hydroxide is expressed as weight of sodium hydroxide. In case of mixtures, the sum should not exceed the limits given in column d. | (5) The concentration of sodium, potassium or lithium hydroxide is expressed as weight of sodium hydroxide. In case of mixtures, the sum should not exceed the limits given in column d. | (5) The concentration of sodium, potassium or lithium hydroxide is expressed as weight of sodium hydroxide. In case of mixtures, the sum should not exceed the limits given in column d. | (5) The concentration of sodium, potassium or lithium hydroxide is expressed as weight of sodium hydroxide. In case of mixtures, the sum should not exceed the limits given in column d. |
| (6) As a preservative, see Schedule 6, Part 1, entry 3. | (6) As a preservative, see Schedule 6, Part 1, entry 3. | (6) As a preservative, see Schedule 6, Part 1, entry 3. | (6) As a preservative, see Schedule 6, Part 1, entry 3. | (6) As a preservative, see Schedule 6, Part 1, entry 3. | (6) As a preservative, see Schedule 6, Part 1, entry 3. |
| (7) Solely for products which might be used for children under three years of age and which remain in prolonged contact with the skin. | (7) Solely for products which might be used for children under three years of age and which remain in prolonged contact with the skin. | (7) Solely for products which might be used for children under three years of age and which remain in prolonged contact with the skin. | (7) Solely for products which might be used for children under three years of age and which remain in prolonged contact with the skin. | (7) Solely for products which might be used for children under three years of age and which remain in prolonged contact with the skin. | (7) Solely for products which might be used for children under three years of age and which remain in prolonged contact with the skin. |
| (8) As a preservative, see Schedule 6, Part 1, entry 9. | (8) As a preservative, see Schedule 6, Part 1, entry 9. | (8) As a preservative, see Schedule 6, Part 1, entry 9. | (8) As a preservative, see Schedule 6, Part 1, entry 9. | (8) As a preservative, see Schedule 6, Part 1, entry 9. | (8) As a preservative, see Schedule 6, Part 1, entry 9. |
| (9) As a preservative, see Schedule 6, Part 1, entry 23. | (9) As a preservative, see Schedule 6, Part 1, entry 23. | (9) As a preservative, see Schedule 6, Part 1, entry 23. | (9) As a preservative, see Schedule 6, Part 1, entry 23. | (9) As a preservative, see Schedule 6, Part 1, entry 23. | (9) As a preservative, see Schedule 6, Part 1, entry 23. |
| (10) As a preservative, see Schedule 6, Part 1, entry 8. | (10) As a preservative, see Schedule 6, Part 1, entry 8. | (10) As a preservative, see Schedule 6, Part 1, entry 8. | (10) As a preservative, see Schedule 6, Part 1, entry 8. | (10) As a preservative, see Schedule 6, Part 1, entry 8. | (10) As a preservative, see Schedule 6, Part 1, entry 8. |
| Combination Rules Where a cosmetic product contains two or more substances to which this Combination Rule applies, the concentration in the product of each of those substances shall be such that the sum of the relevant quotients for those substances (as defined in Rule C below) shall not exceed 1. Where a cosmetic product contains the substances to which this Combination Rule applies, the concentration in the product of each of those substances shall be such that the sum of the relevant quotients for those substances (as defined in Rule C below) shall not exceed 2; but the concentration of each substance shall not in any event exceed the limit specified for those substance in respect of the product in column 4 above. The relevant quotient for each substance is the actual concentration of the substance in the product divided by the maximum concentration specified for the substance in respect of the product in Column 4 of this Schedule. | Combination Rules Where a cosmetic product contains two or more substances to which this Combination Rule applies, the concentration in the product of each of those substances shall be such that the sum of the relevant quotients for those substances (as defined in Rule C below) shall not exceed 1. Where a cosmetic product contains the substances to which this Combination Rule applies, the concentration in the product of each of those substances shall be such that the sum of the relevant quotients for those substances (as defined in Rule C below) shall not exceed 2; but the concentration of each substance shall not in any event exceed the limit specified for those substance in respect of the product in column 4 above. The relevant quotient for each substance is the actual concentration of the substance in the product divided by the maximum concentration specified for the substance in respect of the product in Column 4 of this Schedule. | Combination Rules Where a cosmetic product contains two or more substances to which this Combination Rule applies, the concentration in the product of each of those substances shall be such that the sum of the relevant quotients for those substances (as defined in Rule C below) shall not exceed 1. Where a cosmetic product contains the substances to which this Combination Rule applies, the concentration in the product of each of those substances shall be such that the sum of the relevant quotients for those substances (as defined in Rule C below) shall not exceed 2; but the concentration of each substance shall not in any event exceed the limit specified for those substance in respect of the product in column 4 above. The relevant quotient for each substance is the actual concentration of the substance in the product divided by the maximum concentration specified for the substance in respect of the product in Column 4 of this Schedule. | Combination Rules Where a cosmetic product contains two or more substances to which this Combination Rule applies, the concentration in the product of each of those substances shall be such that the sum of the relevant quotients for those substances (as defined in Rule C below) shall not exceed 1. Where a cosmetic product contains the substances to which this Combination Rule applies, the concentration in the product of each of those substances shall be such that the sum of the relevant quotients for those substances (as defined in Rule C below) shall not exceed 2; but the concentration of each substance shall not in any event exceed the limit specified for those substance in respect of the product in column 4 above. The relevant quotient for each substance is the actual concentration of the substance in the product divided by the maximum concentration specified for the substance in respect of the product in Column 4 of this Schedule. | Combination Rules Where a cosmetic product contains two or more substances to which this Combination Rule applies, the concentration in the product of each of those substances shall be such that the sum of the relevant quotients for those substances (as defined in Rule C below) shall not exceed 1. Where a cosmetic product contains the substances to which this Combination Rule applies, the concentration in the product of each of those substances shall be such that the sum of the relevant quotients for those substances (as defined in Rule C below) shall not exceed 2; but the concentration of each substance shall not in any event exceed the limit specified for those substance in respect of the product in column 4 above. The relevant quotient for each substance is the actual concentration of the substance in the product divided by the maximum concentration specified for the substance in respect of the product in Column 4 of this Schedule. | Combination Rules Where a cosmetic product contains two or more substances to which this Combination Rule applies, the concentration in the product of each of those substances shall be such that the sum of the relevant quotients for those substances (as defined in Rule C below) shall not exceed 1. Where a cosmetic product contains the substances to which this Combination Rule applies, the concentration in the product of each of those substances shall be such that the sum of the relevant quotients for those substances (as defined in Rule C below) shall not exceed 2; but the concentration of each substance shall not in any event exceed the limit specified for those substance in respect of the product in column 4 above. The relevant quotient for each substance is the actual concentration of the substance in the product divided by the maximum concentration specified for the substance in respect of the product in Column 4 of this Schedule. |
| 1a | Boric acid, borates and tetraborates with the exception of N,N-dimethyl anilium tatrakis(pentafluorophenyl)borate | (a) Talc | (a) 5% (by mass/mass as boric acid) | (a) 1. Not to be used in products for children under 3 years of age | (a) 1. Not to be used for children under 3 years of age |
| 2. Not to be used on peeling or irritated skin if the concentration of free soluble borates exceeds 1.5% (by mass/mass as boric acid) | 2. Not to be used on peeling or irritated skin | ||||
| (b) Products for all hygiene | (b) 0,1 % (by mass/mass as boric acid) | (b) 1. Not to be used in products for children under 3 years of age | (b) 1. Not to be swallowed | ||
| 2. Not to be used for children under 3 years of age | |||||
| (c) Other products (excluding bath products and hair waving products) | (c) 3% (by mass//mass as boric acid) | (c) 1. Not to be used in products for children under 3 years of age | (c) 1. Not to be used for children under 3 years of age | ||
| 2. Not to be used on peeling or irritated skin if the concentration of free soluble borates exceeds 1.5% (by mass/mass as boric acid) | 2. Not to be used on peeling or irritated skin | ||||
| 1b | Tetraborates | (a) Bath products | (a) 18% (by mass/mass as boric acid) | (a) Not to be used in products for children under 3 years of age | (a) Not to be used for bathing children under 3 years of age |
| (b) Hair waving products | (b) 8% (by mass/mass as boric acid) | (b) Rinse well | |||
| 2a | Thioglycollic acid and its salts | (a) Hair waving or straightening products: | (a) (b) (c): The directions must obligatorily incorporate the following sentences: | (a): | |
| 2a | Thioglycollic acid and its salts | — general use | — 8% ready for use pH 7 to 9.5 | (a) (b) (c): The directions must obligatorily incorporate the following sentences: | — Contains thioglycolate |
| 2a | Thioglycollic acid and its salts | — professional use | — 11% ready for use pH 7 to 9.5 | (a) (b) (c): The directions must obligatorily incorporate the following sentences: | — Follow the instructions |
| 2a | Thioglycollic acid and its salts | (b) Depilatories | — 5% ready for use pH 7 to 12.7 | — Avoid contact with eyes | —Keep out of reach of children |
| 2a | Thioglycollic acid and its salts | (c) Other hair-care products which are removed after application | — 2% ready for use pH to 9.5 | — In the event of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice | — For professional use only (b) and (c): |
| 2a | Thioglycollic acid and its salts | (c) Other hair-care products which are removed after application | The abovementioned percentages are calculated as thioglycollic acid | — In the event of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice | — Contains thioglycolate |
| 2a | Thioglycollic acid and its salts | (c) Other hair-care products which are removed after application | The abovementioned percentages are calculated as thioglycollic acid | — In the event of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice | — Follow the instructions |
| 2a | Thioglycollic acid and its salts | (c) Other hair-care products which are removed after application | The abovementioned percentages are calculated as thioglycollic acid | — Wear suitable gloves ((a) and (c) only) | — Keep out of each of children |
| 2b | Thioglycollic acid esters | Hair waving or straightening products: | The directions for use must obligatorily incorporate the following sentences: | — Contains thioglycolate | |
| 2b | Thioglycollic acid esters | Hair waving or straightening products: | The directions for use must obligatorily incorporate the following sentences: | — Follow the instructions | |
| 2b | Thioglycollic acid esters | Hair waving or straightening products: | The directions for use must obligatorily incorporate the following sentences: | — Keep out of reach of children | |
| 2b | Thioglycollic acid esters | Hair waving or straightening products: | The directions for use must obligatorily incorporate the following sentences: | — For professional use only | |
| — general use | — 8% ready for use pH 6 to 9.5 | — may cause sensitisation — In the event of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice | |||
| — professional use | — 11% ready for use pH 6 to 9.5 | — Avoid contact with eyes | — For professional use only | ||
| The abovementioned % are calculated as thioglycollic acid | — Wear suitable gloves | ||||
| 3 | Oxalic acid, its esters and alkaline salts | Hair care products | 5% | For professional use only | |
| 4 | Ammonia | 6% calculated as ammonia (NH₃) | Above 2%: contains ammonia | ||
| 5 | Tosylchloramide sodium (INN) | 0.2% | |||
| 6 | Chlorates of alkali metals | (a) Toothpaste | (a) 5% | ||
| 6 | Chlorates of alkali metals | (b) Other uses | (b) 3% | ||
| 7 | Dichloromethane | 35% | 0.2% as maximum impurity content | ||
| 8 | p-Phenylenediamine, its N-substituted derivatives and its salts; N-substituted derivatives of o-Phenylenediamine[^f01006], with the exception of those derivatives listed elsewhere in this Schedule and under reference numbers 364, 1309,1311 and 1312 in Schedule 3 | Oxidizing colouring agents for hair dyeing | 6% calculated as free base, subject to the provisions of “Combination Rule A” at the end of this schedule. | ||
| 8 | p-Phenylenediamine, its N-substituted derivatives and its salts; N-substituted derivatives of o-Phenylenediamine[^f01006], with the exception of those derivatives listed elsewhere in this Schedule and under reference numbers 364, 1309,1311 and 1312 in Schedule 3 | (a) general use | 6% calculated as free base, subject to the provisions of “Combination Rule A” at the end of this schedule. | (a) Can cause allergic reaction. Contains phenylenediamines. Do not use to dye eye lashes or eyebrows | |
| 8 | p-Phenylenediamine, its N-substituted derivatives and its salts; N-substituted derivatives of o-Phenylenediamine[^f01006], with the exception of those derivatives listed elsewhere in this Schedule and under reference numbers 364, 1309,1311 and 1312 in Schedule 3 | (b) professional use | 6% calculated as free base, subject to the provisions of “Combination Rule A” at the end of this schedule. | (b) For professional use only. Contains phenylenediamines. Can cause an allergic reaction. Wear suitable gloves. | |
| 9 | Methylphenylene-diamines, their N-substituted derivatives and their salts⁽¹⁾ with the exception of substances numbers 364, 1310 and 1313 in Schedule 3. | Oxidizing colouring agents for hair dyeing | 10% calculated as free base, subject to the provisions of “Combination Rule A” at the end of this schedule. | ||
| 9 | Methylphenylene-diamines, their N-substituted derivatives and their salts⁽¹⁾ with the exception of substances numbers 364, 1310 and 1313 in Schedule 3. | (a) general use | 10% calculated as free base, subject to the provisions of “Combination Rule A” at the end of this schedule. | (a) Can cause an allergic reaction. Contains phenylenediamines. Do not use to dye eyelashes or eyebrows. | |
| 9 | Methylphenylene-diamines, their N-substituted derivatives and their salts⁽¹⁾ with the exception of substances numbers 364, 1310 and 1313 in Schedule 3. | (b) professional use | 10% calculated as free base, subject to the provisions of “Combination Rule A” at the end of this schedule. | (b) For professional use only. Contains phenylenediamines. Can cause an allergic reaction. Wear suitable gloves. | |
| 10 | Diaminophenols(¹) | Oxidizing colouring agents for hair dyeing | 10% calculated as free base, subject to the provisions of “Combination Rule A” | ||
| 10 | Diaminophenols(¹) | (a) general use | 10% calculated as free base, subject to the provisions of “Combination Rule A” | (a) Can cause an allergic reaction. Contains diaminophenols. Do not use to dye eyelashes or eyebrows. | |
| 10 | Diaminophenols(¹) | (b) professional use | 10% calculated as free base, subject to the provisions of “Combination Rule A” | (b) For professional use only. Contains diaminophenols. Can cause allergic reaction. Wear suitable gloves. | |
| 11 | Dichlorophen (INN) | 0.5% | Contains dichlorophen | ||
| 12 | Hydrogen peroxide, and other compounds or mixture that release hydrogen peroxide, including carbamide peroxide and zinc peroxide | (a) hair-care preparations | 12% of H₂O₂ (40 volumes), present or released | Wear suitable gloves | |
| 12 | Hydrogen peroxide, and other compounds or mixture that release hydrogen peroxide, including carbamide peroxide and zinc peroxide | (b) Skin-care preparations | 4% of H₂O₂, present or released | ||
| 12 | Hydrogen peroxide, and other compounds or mixture that release hydrogen peroxide, including carbamide peroxide and zinc peroxide | (c) Nail hardening preparations | 2% of H₂O₂ present or released | (a) (b) (c): Contains hydrogen peroxide. | |
| 12 | Hydrogen peroxide, and other compounds or mixture that release hydrogen peroxide, including carbamide peroxide and zinc peroxide | (d) Oral hygiene products | 0.1% of H₂O₂, present or released | Avoid contact with eyes. | |
| 12 | Hydrogen peroxide, and other compounds or mixture that release hydrogen peroxide, including carbamide peroxide and zinc peroxide | (d) Oral hygiene products | 0.1% of H₂O₂, present or released | Rinse immediately if product comes into contact with them | |
| 13 | Formaldehyde | Nail hardeners | 5% calculated as formaldehyde | Protect cuticles with grease or oil. Contains formaldehyde[^f01007] | |
| 14 | Hydroquinone [^f01008] | (a) Oxidising colouring agent for hair-dying: | 0.3%, subject to the provisions of “Combination Rule B” | (a) 1. — Do not use to dye eyelashes or eyebrows | |
| 14 | Hydroquinone [^f01008] | 1. General use | — Rinse the eyes immediately if the products comes into contact with them | ||
| 14 | Hydroquinone [^f01008] | 1. General use | — contains hydroquinone | ||
| 14 | Hydroquinone [^f01008] | 2. Professional use | 2. — For professional use only | ||
| 14 | Hydroquinone [^f01008] | 2. Professional use | — Contains hydroquinone | ||
| 14 | Hydroquinone [^f01008] | 2. Professional use | — Rinse the eyes immediately if the product comes into contact with them | ||
| 14 | Hydroquinone [^f01008] | (b) Artificial nail systems | 0.02% (after mixing for use), %, subject to the provisions of “Combination Rule B” | Professional use only | (b) — For professional use only |
| 14 | Hydroquinone [^f01008] | — Avoid skin contact | |||
| 14 | Hydroquinone [^f01008] | — Read directions for use carefully | |||
| 15a | Potassium or sodium hydroxide | (a) Nail cuticle solvent | (a) 5% by weight[^f01009] | (a) Contains alkali. Avoid contact with eyes. Can cause blindness. Keep out of reach of children | |
| 15a | Potassium or sodium hydroxide | (b) Hair straightener | (b) | (b) | |
| 15a | Potassium or sodium hydroxide | 1. General use | 1. 2% by weight[^f01009] | 1. Contains alkali. Avoid contact with eyes. Can cause blindness. Keep out of reach of children | |
| 15a | Potassium or sodium hydroxide | 2. Professional use | 2. 4.5% by weight[^f01009] | 2. For professional use only. Avoid contact with eyes. Can cause blindness. | |
| 15a | Potassium or sodium hydroxide | (c) pH adjuster | (c) Not to exceed pH 12.7 | (c) Keep out of each of children. Avoid contact with eyes | |
| 15a | Potassium or sodium hydroxide | — depilatories | (c) Not to exceed pH 12.7 | (c) Keep out of each of children. Avoid contact with eyes | |
| 15a | Potassium or sodium hydroxide | (d) Other uses as pH adjuster | (d) Not to exceed pH 11 | ||
| 15b | Lithium hydroxide | (a) Hair straighteners | (a) | (a) | |
| 15b | Lithium hydroxide | 1. General use | 1. 2%[^f01010] by weight | 1. Contains alkali | |
| 15b | Lithium hydroxide | 1. General use | 1. 2%[^f01010] by weight | Avoid contact with eyes | |
| 15b | Lithium hydroxide | 1. General use | 1. 2%[^f01010] by weight | Can cause blindness | |
| 15b | Lithium hydroxide | 1. General use | 1. 2%[^f01010] by weight | Keep out of each of children | |
| 15b | Lithium hydroxide | 2. Professional use | 2. 4.5%[^f01011] by weight | 2. For professional use only Avoid contact with eyes Can cause blindness | |
| 15b | Lithium hydroxide | (b) pH adjuster – for depilatories | (b) pH value not to exceed pH 12.7 | (b) Contains alkali | |
| 15b | Lithium hydroxide | (b) pH adjuster – for depilatories | (b) pH value not to exceed pH 12.7 | Keep out of reach of children | |
| 15b | Lithium hydroxide | (b) pH adjuster – for depilatories | (b) pH value not to exceed pH 12.7 | Avoid contact with eyes | |
| 15b | Lithium hydroxide | (c) Other uses – as pH adjuster (for rinse-off products only) | (c) pH value not to exceed pH 11 | ||
| 15c | Calcium hydroxide | (a) Hair straighteners containing two components: calcium hydroxide and a guanidine salt | (a) 7% by weight of calcium hydroxide | (a) Contains alkali | |
| 15c | Calcium hydroxide | (a) Hair straighteners containing two components: calcium hydroxide and a guanidine salt | (a) 7% by weight of calcium hydroxide | Avoid contact with eyes | |
| 15c | Calcium hydroxide | (a) Hair straighteners containing two components: calcium hydroxide and a guanidine salt | (a) 7% by weight of calcium hydroxide | Keep out of reach of children | |
| 15c | Calcium hydroxide | (a) Hair straighteners containing two components: calcium hydroxide and a guanidine salt | (a) 7% by weight of calcium hydroxide | Can cause blindness | |
| 15c | Calcium hydroxide | (b) pH adjuster – for depilatories | (b) pH value not to exceed pH 12.7 | (b) Contains alkali | |
| 15c | Calcium hydroxide | (b) pH adjuster – for depilatories | (b) pH value not to exceed pH 12.7 | Keep out of reach of children | |
| 15c | Calcium hydroxide | (b) pH adjuster – for depilatories | (b) pH value not to exceed pH 12.7 | Avoid contact with eyes | |
| 15c | Calcium hydroxide | (c) Other uses (e.g. pH adjuster, processing aid) | (c) pH value not to exceed pH 11 | ||
| 16 | 1-Naphthol (CAS No 90-15-3) and its salts | Oxidising colouring agents for hair dyeing | 2.0% | In combination with hydrogen peroxide the maximum use concentration upon application is 1.0% | Can cause allergic reaction |
| 17 | Sodium nitrite | Rust inhibitor | 0.2% | Do not use with secondary and/or tertiary amines or other substances forming nitrosamines | |
| 18 | Nitromethane | Rust inhibitor | 0.3% | ||
| 19 | [omitted] | ||||
| 20 | [omitted] | ||||
| 21 | Quinine and its salts | (a) Shampoos | (a) 0.5% calculated as quinine base | ||
| 21 | Quinine and its salts | (b) Hair lotions | (b) 0.2% calculated as quinine base | ||
| 22 | Resorcinol(³) | (a) Oxidizing colouring agent for hair dyeing | (a) 5% | (a) | |
| 22 | Resorcinol(³) | 1. general use | 1. Contains resorcinol. Rinse hair well after application. Do not use to dye eyelashes or eyebrows. | ||
| 22 | Resorcinol(³) | 1. general use | Rinse eyes immediately if product comes into contact with them | ||
| 22 | Resorcinol(³) | 2. professional use | 2. For professional use only. Contains resorcinol. | ||
| 22 | Resorcinol(³) | 2. professional use | Rinse eyes immediately if product comes into contact with them | ||
| 22 | Resorcinol(³) | (b) hair lotions and shampoos | (b) 0.5% | (b) Contains resorcinol | |
| 23 | (a) Alkali sulfides | (a) Depilatories | (a) 2% calculated as sulphur | (a) pH value not to exceed 12.7 | (a) Keep out of reach of children. |
| 23 | (a) Alkali sulfides | (a) Depilatories | (a) 2% calculated as sulphur | (a) pH value not to exceed 12.7 | Avoid contact with eyes |
| 23 | (b) Alkaline earth sulfides[^f01007] (see Schedule 5, Part 1) | (b) Depilatories | (b) 6% calculated as sulphur | (b) pH value not to exceed 12.7 | (b) Keep out of reach of children. |
| 23 | (b) Alkaline earth sulfides[^f01007] (see Schedule 5, Part 1) | (b) Depilatories | (b) 6% calculated as sulphur | (b) pH value not to exceed 12.7 | Avoid contact with eyes |
| 24 | Water-soluble zinc salts with the exception of zinc 4-hydroxy-benzenesulfonate and zinc pyrithione | 1% calculated as zinc | |||
| 25 | Zinc 4-hydroxybenzene sulfonate | Deodorants, antiperspirants and astringent lotions | 6% calculated as a percentage of anhydrous substance | Avoid contact with eyes | |
| 26 | Sodium monofluorophosphate | Oral hygiene products | 0.15 % calculated as F. When mixed with other fluorine compounds permitted under this Schedule, total F concentration must not exceed 0.15 % | Contains ammonium monofluorophosphate | |
| 26 | Sodium monofluorophosphate | Oral hygiene products | 0.15 % calculated as F. When mixed with other fluorine compounds permitted under this Schedule, total F concentration must not exceed 0.15 % | For any toothpaste containing 0.1 to 0.15% fluoride unless it is already labelled as contra-indicated for children (e.g. “for adult use only”) the following labelling is obligatory from 19th March 2009: | |
| 26 | Sodium monofluorophosphate | Oral hygiene products | 0.15 % calculated as F. When mixed with other fluorine compounds permitted under this Schedule, total F concentration must not exceed 0.15 % | “Children of 6 years and younger: use a pea sized amount for supervised brushing to minimise swallowing. In case of intake of fluoride from other sources consult a dentist or doctor.” | |
| 27 | Sodium monofluorophosphate | Oral hygiene products | 0.15% calculated as F. When mixed with other fluorine compounds permitted under this Schedule, total F concentration must not exceed 0.15% | Contains sodium monofluorophosphate | |
| 27 | Sodium monofluorophosphate | Oral hygiene products | 0.15% calculated as F. When mixed with other fluorine compounds permitted under this Schedule, total F concentration must not exceed 0.15% | For any toothpaste containing 0.1 to 0.15% fluoride unless it is already labelled as contra-indicated for children (e.g. “for adult use only”) the following labelling is obligatory from 19th March 2009: | |
| 27 | Sodium monofluorophosphate | Oral hygiene products | 0.15% calculated as F. When mixed with other fluorine compounds permitted under this Schedule, total F concentration must not exceed 0.15% | “Children of 6 years and younger: use a pea sized amount for supervised brushing to minimise swallowing. In case of intake of fluoride from other sources consult a dentist or doctor.” | |
| 28 | Potassium monofluorophosphate | Oral Hygiene products | 0.15% calculated as F. When mixed with other fluorine compounds permitted under this Schedule, total F concentration must not exceed 0.15% | Contains potassium monofluorophosphate | |
| 28 | Potassium monofluorophosphate | Oral Hygiene products | 0.15% calculated as F. When mixed with other fluorine compounds permitted under this Schedule, total F concentration must not exceed 0.15% | For any toothpaste containing 0.1 to 0.15% fluoride unless it is already labelled as contra-indicated for children (e.g. “for adult use only”) the following labelling is obligatory from 19thMarch 2009: | |
| 28 | Potassium monofluorophosphate | Oral Hygiene products | 0.15% calculated as F. When mixed with other fluorine compounds permitted under this Schedule, total F concentration must not exceed 0.15% | “Children of 6 years and younger: use a pea sized amount for supervised brushing to minimise swallowing. In case of intake of fluoride from other sources consult a dentist or doctor.” | |
| 29 | Contains Calcium monofluorophosphate | Oral hygiene products | 0.15% calculated as F. When mixed with other fluorine compounds permitted under this Schedule, total F concentration must not exceed 0.15% | Calcium monofluorophosphate | |
| 29 | Contains Calcium monofluorophosphate | Oral hygiene products | 0.15% calculated as F. When mixed with other fluorine compounds permitted under this Schedule, total F concentration must not exceed 0.15% | For any toothpaste containing 0.1 to 0.15% fluoride unless it is already labelled as contra-indicated for children (e.g. “for adult use only”) the following labelling is obligatory from 19th March 2009: | |
| 29 | Contains Calcium monofluorophosphate | Oral hygiene products | 0.15% calculated as F. When mixed with other fluorine compounds permitted under this Schedule, total F concentration must not exceed 0.15% | “Children of 6 years and younger: use a pea sized amount for supervised brushing to minimise swallowing. In case of intake of fluoride from other sources consult a dentist or doctor.” | |
| 30 | Calcium Fluoride | Oral hygiene products | 0.15% calculated as F. When mixed with other fluorine compounds permitted under this Schedule, total F concentration must not exceed 0.15% | Contains calcium fluoride | |
| 30 | Calcium Fluoride | Oral hygiene products | 0.15% calculated as F. When mixed with other fluorine compounds permitted under this Schedule, total F concentration must not exceed 0.15% | For any toothpaste containing 0.1 to 0.15% fluoride unless it is already labelled as contra-indicated for children (e.g. “for adult use only”) the following labelling is obligatory from 19th January 2009: | |
| 30 | Calcium Fluoride | Oral hygiene products | 0.15% calculated as F. When mixed with other fluorine compounds permitted under this Schedule, total F concentration must not exceed 0.15% | “Children of 6 years and younger: use a pea sized amount for supervised brushing to minimise swallowing. In case of intake of fluoride from other sources consult a dentist or doctor.” | |
| 31 | Sodium fluoride | Oral hygiene products | 0.15% calculated as F. When mixed with other fluorine compounds permitted under this Schedule, total F concentration must not exceed 0.15% | Contains Sodium fluoride | |
| 31 | Sodium fluoride | Oral hygiene products | 0.15% calculated as F. When mixed with other fluorine compounds permitted under this Schedule, total F concentration must not exceed 0.15% | For any toothpaste containing 0.1 to 0.15% fluoride unless it is already labelled as contra-indicated for children (e.g. “for adult use only”) the following labelling is obligatory from 19th March 2009: | |
| 31 | Sodium fluoride | Oral hygiene products | 0.15% calculated as F. When mixed with other fluorine compounds permitted under this Schedule, total F concentration must not exceed 0.15% | “Children of 6 years and younger: use a pea sized amount for supervised brushing to minimise swallowing. In case of intake of fluoride from other sources consult a dentist or doctor.” | |
| 32 | Potassium fluoride | Oral hygiene products | 0.15% calculated as F. When mixed with other fluorine compounds permitted under this Schedule, total F concentration must not exceed 0.15% | Contains potassium fluoride | |
| 32 | Potassium fluoride | Oral hygiene products | 0.15% calculated as F. When mixed with other fluorine compounds permitted under this Schedule, total F concentration must not exceed 0.15% | For any toothpaste containing 0.1 to 0.15% fluoride unless it is already labelled as contra-indicated for children (e.g. “for adult use only”) the following labelling is obligatory from 19th March 2009: | |
| 32 | Potassium fluoride | Oral hygiene products | 0.15% calculated as F. When mixed with other fluorine compounds permitted under this Schedule, total F concentration must not exceed 0.15% | “Children of 6 years and younger: use a pea sized amount for supervised brushing to minimise swallowing. In case of intake of fluoride from other sources consult a dentist or doctor.” | |
| 33 | Ammonium fluoride | Oral hygiene products | 0.15% calculated as F. When mixed with other fluorine compounds permitted under this Schedule, total F concentration must not exceed 0.15% | Contains ammonium fluoride | |
| 33 | Ammonium fluoride | Oral hygiene products | 0.15% calculated as F. When mixed with other fluorine compounds permitted under this Schedule, total F concentration must not exceed 0.15% | For any toothpaste containing 0.1 to 0.15% fluoride unless it is already labelled as contra-indicated for children (e.g. “for adult use only”) the following labelling is obligatory from 19th March 2009: | |
| 33 | Ammonium fluoride | Oral hygiene products | 0.15% calculated as F. When mixed with other fluorine compounds permitted under this Schedule, total F concentration must not exceed 0.15% | “Children of 6 years and younger: use a pea sized amount for supervised brushing to minimise swallowing. In case of intake of fluoride from other sources consult a dentist or doctor.” | |
| 34 | Aluminium fluoride | Oral hygiene products | 0.15% calculated as F. When mixed with other fluorine compounds permitted under this Schedule, total F concentration must not exceed 0.15% | Contains aluminium fluoride | |
| 34 | Aluminium fluoride | Oral hygiene products | 0.15% calculated as F. When mixed with other fluorine compounds permitted under this Schedule, total F concentration must not exceed 0.15% | For any toothpaste containing 0.1 to 0.15% fluoride unless it is already labelled as contra-indicated for children (e.g. “for adult use only”) the following labelling is obligatory from 19th March 2009: | |
| 34 | Aluminium fluoride | Oral hygiene products | 0.15% calculated as F. When mixed with other fluorine compounds permitted under this Schedule, total F concentration must not exceed 0.15% | “Children of 6 years and younger: use a pea sized amount for supervised brushing to minimise swallowing. In case of intake of fluoride from other sources consult a dentist or doctor.” | |
| 35 | Stannous fluoride | Oral hygiene products | 0.15% calculated as F. When mixed with other fluorine compounds permitted under this Schedule, total F concentration must not exceed 0.15% | Contains stannous fluoride | |
| 35 | Stannous fluoride | Oral hygiene products | 0.15% calculated as F. When mixed with other fluorine compounds permitted under this Schedule, total F concentration must not exceed 0.15% | For any toothpaste containing 0.1 to 0.15% fluoride unless it is already labelled as contra-indicated for children (e.g. “for adult use only”) the following labelling is obligatory from 19th March 2009: | |
| 35 | Stannous fluoride | Oral hygiene products | 0.15% calculated as F. When mixed with other fluorine compounds permitted under this Schedule, total F concentration must not exceed 0.15% | “Children of 6 years and younger: use a pea sized amount for supervised brushing to minimise swallowing. In case of intake of fluoride from other sources consult a dentist or doctor.” | |
| 36 | Hexadecyl ammonium fluoride | Oral hygiene products | 0.15% calculated as F. When mixed with other fluorine compounds permitted under this Schedule, total F concentration must not exceed 0.15% | Contains hexadecyl ammonium fluoride | |
| 36 | Hexadecyl ammonium fluoride | Oral hygiene products | 0.15% calculated as F. When mixed with other fluorine compounds permitted under this Schedule, total F concentration must not exceed 0.15% | For any toothpaste containing 0.1 to 0.15% fluoride unless it is already labelled as contra-indicated for children (e.g. “for adult use only”) the following labelling is obligatory from 19th March 2009: | |
| 36 | Hexadecyl ammonium fluoride | Oral hygiene products | 0.15% calculated as F. When mixed with other fluorine compounds permitted under this Schedule, total F concentration must not exceed 0.15% | “Children of 6 years and younger: use a pea sized amount for supervised brushing to minimise swallowing. In case of intake of fluoride from other sources consult a dentist or doctor.” | |
| 37 | 3-(N-Hexadecyl-N-2-hydroxyethylammonio) propylbis (2-hydroxyethyl) ammoniumdifluoride | Oral hygiene products | 0.15% calculated as F. When mixed with other fluorine compounds permitted under this Schedule, total F concentration must not exceed 0.15% | Contains 3-(N-Hexadecyl-N-2-hydroxyethylammonio) propylbis (2-hydroxyethyl) ammoniumdifluoride | |
| 37 | 3-(N-Hexadecyl-N-2-hydroxyethylammonio) propylbis (2-hydroxyethyl) ammoniumdifluoride | Oral hygiene products | 0.15% calculated as F. When mixed with other fluorine compounds permitted under this Schedule, total F concentration must not exceed 0.15% | For any toothpaste containing 0.1 to 0.15% fluoride unless it is already labelled as contra-indicated for children (e.g. “for adult use only”) the following labelling is obligatory from 19th March 2009: | |
| 37 | 3-(N-Hexadecyl-N-2-hydroxyethylammonio) propylbis (2-hydroxyethyl) ammoniumdifluoride | Oral hygiene products | 0.15% calculated as F. When mixed with other fluorine compounds permitted under this Schedule, total F concentration must not exceed 0.15% | “Children of 6 years and younger: use a pea sized amount for supervised brushing to minimise swallowing. In case of intake of fluoride from other sources consult a dentist or doctor.” | |
| 38 | NN’N’-Tris(polyoxyethylene)-N-hexadecylpropylene-diamine dihydrofluoride | Oral hygiene products | 0.15% calculated as F. When mixed with other fluorine compounds permitted under this Schedule, total F concentration must not exceed 0.15% | Contains NN’N’-Tris(polyoxyethylene)-N-hexadecylpropylene-diamine dihydrofluoride | |
| 38 | NN’N’-Tris(polyoxyethylene)-N-hexadecylpropylene-diamine dihydrofluoride | Oral hygiene products | 0.15% calculated as F. When mixed with other fluorine compounds permitted under this Schedule, total F concentration must not exceed 0.15% | For any toothpaste containing 0.1 to 0.15% fluoride unless it is already labelled as contra-indicated for children (e.g. “for adult use only”) the following labelling is obligatory from 19th March 2009: | |
| 38 | NN’N’-Tris(polyoxyethylene)-N-hexadecylpropylene-diamine dihydrofluoride | Oral hygiene products | 0.15% calculated as F. When mixed with other fluorine compounds permitted under this Schedule, total F concentration must not exceed 0.15% | “Children of 6 years and younger: use a pea sized amount for supervised brushing to minimise swallowing. In case of intake of fluoride from other sources consult a dentist or doctor.” | |
| 39 | Octadecenyl-ammonium fluoride | Oral hygiene products | 0.15% calculated as F. When mixed with other fluorine compounds permitted under this Schedule, total F concentration must not exceed 0.15% | Contains octadecenyl-ammonium fluoride | |
| 39 | Octadecenyl-ammonium fluoride | Oral hygiene products | 0.15% calculated as F. When mixed with other fluorine compounds permitted under this Schedule, total F concentration must not exceed 0.15% | For any toothpaste containing 0.1 to 0.15% fluoride unless it is already labelled as contra-indicated for children (e.g. “for adult use only”) the following labelling is obligatory from 19th | March 2009: | |
| 39 | Octadecenyl-ammonium fluoride | Oral hygiene products | 0.15% calculated as F. When mixed with other fluorine compounds permitted under this Schedule, total F concentration must not exceed 0.15% | “Children of 6 years and younger: use a pea sized amount for supervised brushing to minimise swallowing. In case of intake of fluoride from other sources consult a dentist or doctor.” | |
| 40 | Sodium fluorosilicate | Oral hygiene products | 0.15% calculated as F. When mixed with other fluorine compounds permitted under this Schedule, total F concentration must not exceed 0.15% | Contains sodium fluorosilicate | |
| 40 | Sodium fluorosilicate | Oral hygiene products | 0.15% calculated as F. When mixed with other fluorine compounds permitted under this Schedule, total F concentration must not exceed 0.15% | For any toothpaste containing 0.1 to 0.15% fluoride unless it is already labelled as contra-indicated for children (e.g. “for adult use only”) the following labelling is obligatory from 19th March `2009: | |
| 40 | Sodium fluorosilicate | Oral hygiene products | 0.15% calculated as F. When mixed with other fluorine compounds permitted under this Schedule, total F concentration must not exceed 0.15% | “Children of 6 years and younger: use a pea sized amount for supervised brushing to minimise swallowing. In case of intake of fluoride from other sources consult a dentist or doctor.” | |
| 41 | Potassium fluorosilicate | Oral hygiene products | 0.15% calculated as F. When mixed with other fluorine compounds permitted under this Schedule, total F concentration must not exceed 0.15% | Contains potassium fluorosilicate | |
| 41 | Potassium fluorosilicate | Oral hygiene products | 0.15% calculated as F. When mixed with other fluorine compounds permitted under this Schedule, total F concentration must not exceed 0.15% | For any toothpaste containing 0.1 to 0.15% fluoride unless it is already labelled as contra-indicated for children (e.g. “for adult use only”) the following labelling is obligatory from 19th March 2009: | |
| 41 | Potassium fluorosilicate | Oral hygiene products | 0.15% calculated as F. When mixed with other fluorine compounds permitted under this Schedule, total F concentration must not exceed 0.15% | “Children of 6 years and younger: use a pea sized amount for supervised brushing to minimise swallowing. In case of intake of fluoride from other sources consult a dentist or doctor.” | |
| 42 | Ammonium fluorosilicate | Oral hygiene products | 0.15% calculated as F. When mixed with other fluorine compounds permitted under this Schedule, total F concentration must not exceed 0.15% | Contains ammonium fluorosilicate | |
| 42 | Ammonium fluorosilicate | Oral hygiene products | 0.15% calculated as F. When mixed with other fluorine compounds permitted under this Schedule, total F concentration must not exceed 0.15% | For any toothpaste containing 0.1 to 0.15% fluoride unless it is already labelled as contra-indicated for children (e.g. “for adult use only”) the following labelling is obligatory from 19th March 2009: | |
| 42 | Ammonium fluorosilicate | Oral hygiene products | 0.15% calculated as F. When mixed with other fluorine compounds permitted under this Schedule, total F concentration must not exceed 0.15% | “Children of 6 years and younger: use a pea sized amount for supervised brushing to minimise swallowing. In case of intake of fluoride from other sources consult a dentist or doctor.” | |
| 43 | Magnesium fluorosilicate | Oral hygiene products | 0.15% calculated as F. When mixed with other fluorine compounds permitted under this Schedule, total F concentration must not exceed 0.15% | Contains magnesium fluorosilicate | |
| 43 | Magnesium fluorosilicate | Oral hygiene products | 0.15% calculated as F. When mixed with other fluorine compounds permitted under this Schedule, total F concentration must not exceed 0.15% | For any toothpaste containing 0.1 to 0.15% fluoride unless it is already labelled as contra-indicated for children (e.g. “for adult use only”) the following labelling is obligatory from 19th March 2009: | |
| 43 | Magnesium fluorosilicate | Oral hygiene products | 0.15% calculated as F. When mixed with other fluorine compounds permitted under this Schedule, total F concentration must not exceed 0.15% | “Children of 6 years and younger: use a pea sized amount for supervised brushing to minimise swallowing. In case of intake of fluoride from other sources consult a dentist or doctor.” | |
| 44 | 1,3-Bis (hydroxymethyl)imidazolidine-2-thione | (a) Hair-care preparations | (a) Up to 2% | (a) Prohibited in aerosol dispensers (sprays) | Contains 1,3-bis (hydroxymethyl)imidazolidine-2-thione |
| 44 | 1,3-Bis (hydroxymethyl)imidazolidine-2-thione | (b) Nail-care preparations | (b) Up to 2% | (b) The pH of the product as applied must be less than 4 | Contains 1,3-bis (hydroxymethyl)imidazolidine-2-thione |
| 45 | Benzyl alcohol | Solvents, perfumes and flavourings | |||
| 46 | 6-methylcoumarin | Oral hygiene products | 0.003% | ||
| 47 | Nicomethanol hydrofluoride | Oral hygiene products | 0.15% calculated as F | Contains nicomethanol hydrofluoride | |
| 47 | Nicomethanol hydrofluoride | Oral hygiene products | When mixed with other fluorine compounds permitted under this Schedule, total F concentration must not exceed 0.15% | For any toothpaste containing 0.1 to 0.15% fluoride unless it is already labelled as contra-indicated for children (e.g. “for adult use only”) the following labelling is obligatory from 19th March 2009: | |
| 47 | Nicomethanol hydrofluoride | Oral hygiene products | “Children of 6 years and younger: use a pea sized amount for supervised brushing to minimise swallowing. In case of intake of fluoride from other sources consult a dentist or doctor.” | ||
| 48 | Silver nitrate | Solely for products intended for colouring eyelashes and eyebrows | 4% | — Contains silver nitrate | |
| 48 | Silver nitrate | Solely for products intended for colouring eyelashes and eyebrows | 4% | — Rinse the eyes immediately if product comes into contact with them | |
| 49 | Selenium disulfide | Antidandruff shampoos | 1% | — Contains selenium disulphide | |
| 49 | Selenium disulfide | Antidandruff shampoos | 1% | — Avoid contact with eyes or damaged skin | |
| 50 | Aluminium zirconium chloride hydroxide complexes AlxZr(OH)yClz and the aluminium zirconium chloride hydroxide glycine complexes | Antiperspirants | 20% as anhydrous aluminium zirconium chloride hydroxide 5.4% as zirconium | 1. The ratio of the number of aluminium atoms to that of zirconium atoms must be between two and 10 | Do not apply to irritated or damaged skin |
| 50 | Aluminium zirconium chloride hydroxide complexes AlxZr(OH)yClz and the aluminium zirconium chloride hydroxide glycine complexes | Antiperspirants | 20% as anhydrous aluminium zirconium chloride hydroxide 5.4% as zirconium | 2. The ratio of the number of (Al + Zr) atoms to that of chlorine atoms must be between 0.9 and 2.1 | Do not apply to irritated or damaged skin |
| 50 | Aluminium zirconium chloride hydroxide complexes AlxZr(OH)yClz and the aluminium zirconium chloride hydroxide glycine complexes | Antiperspirants | 20% as anhydrous aluminium zirconium chloride hydroxide 5.4% as zirconium | 3. Prohibited in aerosol dispensers (sprays) | Do not apply to irritated or damaged skin |
| 51 | Quinolin-8-ol and bis (8-hydroxy-quinolium) sulphate | Stabilizer for hydrogen peroxide in rinse-off hair-care preparations | 0.3 % calculated as base | ||
| 51 | Quinolin-8-ol and bis (8-hydroxy-quinolium) sulphate | Stabilizer for hydrogen peroxide in non-rinse-off hair-care preparations | 0.03 % calculated as base | ||
| 52 | Methanol | Denaturant for ethanol and isopropyl alcohol | 5 % calculated as a percentage of ethanol and isopropyl alcohol | ||
| 53 | Etidronic acid and its salts (1-hydroxyethylidene-di-phosphonic acid and its salts) | (a) Hair-care | 1.5% expressed as etidronic acid | ||
| 53 | Etidronic acid and its salts (1-hydroxyethylidene-di-phosphonic acid and its salts) | (b) Soap | 0.2% expressed as etidronic acid | ||
| 54 | 1-Phenoxy-propan-2-ol | Rinse-off products only | 2% | Prohibited in oral hygiene products | |
| 54 | 1-Phenoxy-propan-2-ol | 2% | As a preservative, see Schedule 6, Part I, No 43 | ||
| 55 | Omitted | ||||
| 56 | Magnesium fluoride | Dental hygiene products | 0.15% calculated as F. When mixed with other flourine compounds permitted under this Schedule, total F concentration must not exceed 0.15%. | Contains magnesium fluoride | |
| 56 | Magnesium fluoride | Dental hygiene products | 0.15% calculated as F. When mixed with other flourine compounds permitted under this Schedule, total F concentration must not exceed 0.15%. | For any toothpaste containing 0.1 to 0.15% fluoride unless it is already labelled as contra-indicated for children (e.g. “for adult use only”) the following labelling is obligatory from 19th March 2009: | |
| 56 | Magnesium fluoride | Dental hygiene products | 0.15% calculated as F. When mixed with other flourine compounds permitted under this Schedule, total F concentration must not exceed 0.15%. | “Children of 6 years and younger: use a pea sized amount for supervised brushing to minimise swallowing. In case of intake of fluoride from other sources consult a dentist or doctor.” | |
| 57 | Strontium chloride hexahydrate | (a) Toothpaste | 3.5% calculated as strontium. When mixed with other permitted strontium products the total strontium content must not exceed 3,5 % | Contains strontium chloride. Frequent use by children is not advisable | |
| 57 | Strontium chloride hexahydrate | (b) Shampoo and face care products | 2,1 %, calculated as strontium. When mixed with other permitted strontium products the total strontium content must not exceed 2,1 % | Contains strontium chloride. Frequent use by children is not advisable | |
| 58 | Strontium acetate hemihydrate | Toothpaste | 3.5% calculated as strontium. When mixed with other permitted strontium products the total strontium content must not exceed 3,5 % | Contains strontium acetate. Frequent use by children is not advisable | |
| 59 | Talc: Hydrated magnesium silicate | (a) Powdery products intended to be used for children under three years of age | Keep powder away from children’s nose and mouth | ||
| 59 | Talc: Hydrated magnesium silicate | (b) other products | Keep powder away from children’s nose and mouth | ||
| 60 | Fatty acid dialkylamides and dialkanolamides | Maximum secondary amine content: 0.5% | — Do not use with nitrosating systems | ||
| 60 | Fatty acid dialkylamides and dialkanolamides | Maximum secondary amine content: 0.5% | — Maximum secondary amine content: 5% (applies to raw materials) | ||
| 60 | Fatty acid dialkylamides and dialkanolamides | Maximum secondary amine content: 0.5% | — Maximum nitrosamine content: 50 μg/kg | ||
| 60 | Fatty acid dialkylamides and dialkanolamides | Maximum secondary amine content: 0.5% | — Keep in nitrite-free containers | ||
| 61 | Monoalkylamines, monoalkanolamines and their salts | Maximum secondary amine content: 0.5% | — Do not use with nitrosating systems | ||
| 61 | Monoalkylamines, monoalkanolamines and their salts | Maximum secondary amine content: 0.5% | — Minimum purity: 99 % | ||
| 61 | Monoalkylamines, monoalkanolamines and their salts | Maximum secondary amine content: 0.5% | — Maximum secondary amine content: 0,5 % (applies to raw materials) | ||
| 61 | Monoalkylamines, monoalkanolamines and their salts | Maximum secondary amine content: 0.5% | — Maximum nitrosamine content: 50 μg/kg | ||
| 61 | Monoalkylamines, monoalkanolamines and their salts | Maximum secondary amine content: 0.5% | — Keep in nitrite-free containers | ||
| 62 | Trialkylamines, trialkanolamines and their salts | (a) Non-rinse-off products | (a) 2.5% | (a) (b) | |
| 62 | Trialkylamines, trialkanolamines and their salts | (b) Other products | (a) 2.5% | — Do not use with nitrosating systems | |
| 62 | Trialkylamines, trialkanolamines and their salts | (a) 2.5% | — Minimum purity: 99% | ||
| 62 | Trialkylamines, trialkanolamines and their salts | (a) 2.5% | — Maximum secondary amine content: 0.5% (applies to raw materials) | ||
| 62 | Trialkylamines, trialkanolamines and their salts | (a) 2.5% | — Maximum nitrosamine content: 50 μg/kg | ||
| 62 | Trialkylamines, trialkanolamines and their salts | (a) 2.5% | — Keep in nitrite-free containers | ||
| 63 | Strontium hydroxide | pH-regulator in depilatory products | 3.5% calculated as strontium | pH value not to exceed 12.7 | — Keep out of reach of children |
| 63 | Strontium hydroxide | pH-regulator in depilatory products | 3.5% calculated as strontium | pH value not to exceed 12.7 | — Avoid contact with the eyes |
| 64 | Strontium peroxide | Rinse-off hair care preparations professional use | 4.5 % calculated as strontium in the ready-for-use preparation | All products must meet the hydrogen peroxide release requirements | — Avoid contact with eyes |
| 64 | Strontium peroxide | Rinse-off hair care preparations professional use | 4.5 % calculated as strontium in the ready-for-use preparation | All products must meet the hydrogen peroxide release requirements | — Rinse eyes immediately if product comes into contact with them |
| 64 | Strontium peroxide | Rinse-off hair care preparations professional use | 4.5 % calculated as strontium in the ready-for-use preparation | All products must meet the hydrogen peroxide release requirements | — For professional use only |
| 64 | Strontium peroxide | Rinse-off hair care preparations professional use | 4.5 % calculated as strontium in the ready-for-use preparation | All products must meet the hydrogen peroxide release requirements | — Wear suitable gloves |
| 65 | Benzalkonium Chloride, bromide and saccharinate | (a) Rinse-off hair (head) care products | (a) 3% (as benzalkonium chloride | (a) In the final products the concentrations of benzalkonium chloride, bromide and saccharinate with an alkyl chain of C₁₄, or less must not exceed 0,1 % (as benzalkonium chloride) | (a) Avoid contact with the eyes |
| 65 | Benzalkonium Chloride, bromide and saccharinate | (b) Other products | (b) 0.1% (as benzalkonium chloride) | (a) In the final products the concentrations of benzalkonium chloride, bromide and saccharinate with an alkyl chain of C₁₄, or less must not exceed 0,1 % (as benzalkonium chloride) | (b) Avoid contact with the eyes |
| 66 | Polyacrylamides | (a) Body-care leave-on products | (a) Maximum residual acrylamide content 0.1 mg/kg | ||
| 66 | Polyacrylamides | (b) Other cosmetic products | (b) Maximum residual acrylamide content 0.1kg/mg | ||
| 67 | Amyl cinnamal (CAS No 122-40-7) | The presence of the substance must be indicated in the list of ingredients referred to in regulation 12 when its concentration exceeds | |||
| 67 | Amyl cinnamal (CAS No 122-40-7) | — 0.001% in leave-on products | |||
| 67 | Amyl cinnamal (CAS No 122-40-7) | — 0.01% in rinse-off products | |||
| 68 | Benzyl alcohol (CAS No 100-51-6) | The presence of the substance must be indicated in the list of ingredients referred to in regulation 12 when its concentration exceeds | |||
| 68 | Benzyl alcohol (CAS No 100-51-6) | — 0.001% in leave-on products | |||
| 68 | Benzyl alcohol (CAS No 100-51-6) | — 0.01% in rinse-off products | |||
| 69 | Cinnamyl alcohol (CAS No 104-54-1) | The presence of the substance must be indicated in the list of ingredients referred to in regulation 12 when its concentration exceeds | |||
| 69 | Cinnamyl alcohol (CAS No 104-54-1) | — 0.001% in leave-on products | |||
| 69 | Cinnamyl alcohol (CAS No 104-54-1) | — 0.01% in rinse-off products | |||
| 70 | Citral (CAS No 5392-40-5) | The presence of the substance must be indicated in the list of ingredients referred to in regulation 12 when its concentration exceeds | |||
| 70 | Citral (CAS No 5392-40-5) | — 0.001% in leave-on products | |||
| 70 | Citral (CAS No 5392-40-5) | — 0.01% in rinse-off products | |||
| 71 | Eugenol (CAS No 97-53-0) | The presence of the substance must be indicated in the list of ingredients referred to in regulation 12 when its concentration exceeds | |||
| 71 | Eugenol (CAS No 97-53-0) | — 0.001% in leave-on products | |||
| 71 | Eugenol (CAS No 97-53-0) | — 0.01% in rinse-off products | |||
| 72 | Hydroxy-citronellal (CAS No 107-75-5) | The presence of the substance must be indicated in the list of ingredients referred to in regulation 12 when its concentration exceeds | |||
| 72 | Hydroxy-citronellal (CAS No 107-75-5) | — 0.001% in leave-on products | |||
| 72 | Hydroxy-citronellal (CAS No 107-75-5) | — 0.01% in rinse-off products | |||
| 73 | Isoeugenol (CAS No 97-54-1) | The presence of the substance must be indicated in the list of ingredients referred to in regulation 12 when its concentration exceeds | |||
| 73 | Isoeugenol (CAS No 97-54-1) | — 0.001% in leave-on products | |||
| 73 | Isoeugenol (CAS No 97-54-1) | — 0.01% in rinse-off products | |||
| 74 | Amyl cinnamyl alcohol (CAS No 101-85-9) | The presence of the substance must be indicated in the list of ingredients referred to in regulation 12 when its concentration exceeds | |||
| 74 | Amyl cinnamyl alcohol (CAS No 101-85-9) | — 0.001% in leave-on products | |||
| 74 | Amyl cinnamyl alcohol (CAS No 101-85-9) | — 0.01% in rinse-off products | |||
| 75 | Benzyl salicylate (CAS No 118-58-1) | The presence of the substance must be indicated in the list of ingredients referred to in regulation 12 when its concentration exceeds | |||
| 75 | Benzyl salicylate (CAS No 118-58-1) | — 0.001% in leave-on products | |||
| 75 | Benzyl salicylate (CAS No 118-58-1) | — 0.01% in rinse-off products | |||
| 76 | Cinnamal (CAS No 104-55-2) | The presence of the substance must be indicated in the list of ingredients referred to in regulation 12 when its concentration exceeds | |||
| 76 | Cinnamal (CAS No 104-55-2) | — 0.001% in leave-on products | |||
| 76 | Cinnamal (CAS No 104-55-2) | — 0.01% in rinse-off products | |||
| 77 | Coumarin (CAS No 91-64-5) | The presence of the substance must be indicated in the list of ingredients referred to in regulation 12 when its concentration exceeds | |||
| 77 | Coumarin (CAS No 91-64-5) | — 0.001% in leave-on products | |||
| 77 | Coumarin (CAS No 91-64-5) | — 0.01% in rinse-off products | |||
| 78 | Geraniol (CAS No 106-24-1) | The presence of the substance must be indicated in the list of ingredients referred to in regulation 12 when its concentration exceeds | |||
| 78 | Geraniol (CAS No 106-24-1) | — 0.001% in leave-on products | |||
| 78 | Geraniol (CAS No 106-24-1) | — 0.01% in rinse-off products | |||
| 79 | Hydroxy-methylpentylcyclohexenecarboxaldehyde (CAS No 31906-04-4) | The presence of the substance must be indicated in the list of ingredients referred to in regulation 12 when its concentration exceeds | |||
| 79 | Hydroxy-methylpentylcyclohexenecarboxaldehyde (CAS No 31906-04-4) | — 0.001% in leave-on products | |||
| 79 | Hydroxy-methylpentylcyclohexenecarboxaldehyde (CAS No 31906-04-4) | — 0.01% in rinse-off products | |||
| 80 | Anisyl alcohol (CAS No 105-13-5) | The presence of the substance must be indicated in the list of ingredients referred to in regulation 12 when its concentration exceeds | |||
| 80 | Anisyl alcohol (CAS No 105-13-5) | — 0.001% in leave-on products | |||
| 80 | Anisyl alcohol (CAS No 105-13-5) | — 0.01% in rinse-off products | |||
| 81 | Benzyl cinnamate (CAS No 103-41-3) | The presence of the substance must be indicated in the list of ingredients referred to in regulation 12 when its concentration exceeds | |||
| 81 | Benzyl cinnamate (CAS No 103-41-3) | — 0.001% in leave-on products | |||
| 81 | Benzyl cinnamate (CAS No 103-41-3) | — 0.01% in rinse-off products | |||
| 82 | Farnesol (CAS No 4602-84-0) | The presence of the substance must be indicated in the list of ingredients referred to in regulation 12 when its concentration exceeds | |||
| 82 | Farnesol (CAS No 4602-84-0) | — 0.001% in leave-on products | |||
| 82 | Farnesol (CAS No 4602-84-0) | — 0.01% in rinse-off products | |||
| 83 | 2-(4-tert-Butylbenzyl) propionaldehyde (CAS No 80-54-6) | The presence of the substance must be indicated in the list of ingredients referred to in regulation 12 when its concentration exceeds | |||
| 83 | 2-(4-tert-Butylbenzyl) propionaldehyde (CAS No 80-54-6) | — 0.001% in leave-on products | |||
| 83 | 2-(4-tert-Butylbenzyl) propionaldehyde (CAS No 80-54-6) | — 0.01% in rinse-off products | |||
| 84 | Linalool (CAS No 78-70-6) | The presence of the substance must be indicated in the list of ingredients referred to in regulation 12 when its concentration exceeds | |||
| 84 | Linalool (CAS No 78-70-6) | — 0.001% in leave-on products | |||
| 84 | Linalool (CAS No 78-70-6) | — 0.01% in rinse-off products | |||
| 85 | Benzyl benzoate (CAS No 120-51-4) | The presence of the substance must be indicated in the list of ingredients referred to in regulation 12 when its concentration exceeds | |||
| 85 | Benzyl benzoate (CAS No 120-51-4) | — 0.001% in leave-on products | |||
| 85 | Benzyl benzoate (CAS No 120-51-4) | — 0.01% in rinse-off products | |||
| 86 | Citronellol (CAS No 106-22-9) | The presence of the substance must be indicated in the list of ingredients referred to in regulation 12 when its concentration exceeds | |||
| 86 | Citronellol (CAS No 106-22-9) | — 0.001% in leave-on products | |||
| 86 | Citronellol (CAS No 106-22-9) | — 0.01% in rinse-off products | |||
| 87 | Hexylcinnam-aldehyde (CAS No 101-86-0) | The presence of the substance must be indicated in the list of ingredients referred to in regulation 12 when its concentration exceeds | |||
| 87 | Hexylcinnam-aldehyde (CAS No 101-86-0) | — 0.001% in leave-on products | |||
| 87 | Hexylcinnam-aldehyde (CAS No 101-86-0) | — 0.01% in rinse-off products | |||
| 88 | d-Limonene (CAS No 5989-27-5) | The presence of the substance must be indicated in the list of ingredients referred to in regulation 12 when its concentration exceeds | |||
| 88 | d-Limonene (CAS No 5989-27-5) | — 0.001% in leave-on products | |||
| 88 | d-Limonene (CAS No 5989-27-5) | — 0.01% in rinse-off products | |||
| 89 | Methyl heptin carbonate (CAS No 111-12-6) | The presence of the substance must be indicated in the list of ingredients referred to in regulation 12 when its concentration exceeds | |||
| 89 | Methyl heptin carbonate (CAS No 111-12-6) | — 0.001% in leave-on products | |||
| 89 | Methyl heptin carbonate (CAS No 111-12-6) | — 0.01% in rinse-off products | |||
| 90 | 3-Methyl-4-(2,6,6-tri-methyl-2-cyclohexen-1-yl)-3-buten-2-one (CAS No 127-51-5) | The presence of the substance must be indicated in the list of ingredients referred to in regulation 12 when its concentration exceeds | |||
| 90 | 3-Methyl-4-(2,6,6-tri-methyl-2-cyclohexen-1-yl)-3-buten-2-one (CAS No 127-51-5) | — 0.001% in leave-on products | |||
| 90 | 3-Methyl-4-(2,6,6-tri-methyl-2-cyclohexen-1-yl)-3-buten-2-one (CAS No 127-51-5) | — 0.01% in rinse-off products | |||
| 91 | Oak moss extract (CAS No 90028-68-5) | The presence of the substance must be indicated in the list of ingredients referred to in regulation 12 when its concentration exceeds | |||
| 91 | Oak moss extract (CAS No 90028-68-5) | — 0.001% in leave-on products | |||
| 91 | Oak moss extract (CAS No 90028-68-5) | — 0.01% in rinse-off products | |||
| 92 | Tree moss extract (CAS No 90028-67-4) | The presence of the substance must be indicated in the list of ingredients referred to in regulation 12 when its concentration exceeds | |||
| 92 | Tree moss extract (CAS No 90028-67-4) | — 0.001% in leave-on products | |||
| 92 | Tree moss extract (CAS No 90028-67-4) | — 0.01% in rinse-off products | |||
| 93 | 2,4-Diamino-pyrimidine-3-oxide (CAS No 74638-76-9) | Hair care formulations | 1.5% | ||
| 94 | Benzoyl peroxide | Artificial nail systems | 0.7% (after mixing) | Professional use only | — For professional use only |
| 94 | Benzoyl peroxide | Artificial nail systems | 0.7% (after mixing) | Professional use only | — Avoid skin contact |
| 94 | Benzoyl peroxide | Artificial nail systems | 0.7% (after mixing) | Professional use only | — Read directions for use carefully |
| 95 | Hydroquinone methylether | Artificial nail systems | 0.02% (after mixing) | Professional use only | — For professional use only |
| 95 | Hydroquinone methylether | Artificial nail systems | 0.02% (after mixing) | Professional use only | — Avoid skin contact |
| 95 | Hydroquinone methylether | Artificial nail systems | 0.02% (after mixing) | Professional use only | — Read directions for use carefully |
| 96 | Musk xylene (CAS No 81-15-2) | All cosmetic products, with the exception of oral care products | (a) 1.0% in fine fragrance | ||
| 96 | Musk xylene (CAS No 81-15-2) | All cosmetic products, with the exception of oral care products | (b) 0.4% in eau de toilette | ||
| 96 | Musk xylene (CAS No 81-15-2) | All cosmetic products, with the exception of oral care products | (c) 0.03% in other products | ||
| 97 | Musk ketone (CAS No 81-14-1) | All cosmetic products, with the exception of oral care products | (a) 1.4% in fine fragrance | ||
| 97 | Musk ketone (CAS No 81-14-1) | All cosmetic products, with the exception of oral care products | (b) 0.56% in eau de toilette | ||
| 97 | Musk ketone (CAS No 81-14-1) | All cosmetic products, with the exception of oral care products | (c) 0.042% in other products | ||
| 98 | Salicylic acid[^f01011] | (a) Rinse-off hair products | (a) 3.0% | Not to be used in preparations for children under three years of age, except for shampoos. | Not to be used for children under three years of age[^f01012] |
| 98 | Salicylic acid[^f01011] | (b) Other products | (b) 2.0% | For purposes other than inhibiting the development of micro-organisms in the product. | Not to be used for children under three years of age[^f01012] |
| 98 | Salicylic acid[^f01011] | (b) Other products | This purpose has to be apparent from the presentation of the product. | Not to be used for children under three years of age[^f01012] | |
| 99 | Inorganic sulfites and bisulfites[^f01013] | (a) Oxidative hair dye products | (a) 0.67% (expressed as free SO₂) | For purpose other than inhibiting the development of micro-organisms in the product. | |
| 99 | Inorganic sulfites and bisulfites[^f01013] | (b) Hair straightening products | (b) 6.7% (expressed as free SO₂) | For purpose other than inhibiting the development of micro-organisms in the product. | |
| 99 | Inorganic sulfites and bisulfites[^f01013] | (c) Self tanning products for the face | (c) 0.45% (expressed as free SO₂) | This purpose has to be apparent from the presentation of the product. | |
| 99 | Inorganic sulfites and bisulfites[^f01013] | (d) Other self tanning products | (d) 0.40% (expressed as free SO₂) | This purpose has to be apparent from the presentation of the product. | |
| 100 | Triclocarban[^f01014] (CAS No 101-20-2) | Rinse-off products | 1.5% | Purity criteria: 3,3’,4,4’-Tetrachloroazobenzene ≤=1ppm: 3,3’,4,4’- Tetrachloroazoxybenzene ≤=1ppm | |
| 100 | Triclocarban[^f01014] (CAS No 101-20-2) | Rinse-off products | For purposes other than inhibiting the development of micro-organisms in the product. | ||
| 100 | Triclocarban[^f01014] (CAS No 101-20-2) | Rinse-off products | This purpose has to be apparent from the presentation of the product. | ||
| 101 | Zinc pyrithione[^f01015] (CAS No 13463-41-7) | Leave-on hair products | 0.1% | For purposes other than inhibiting the development of micro-organisms in the product. | |
| 101 | Zinc pyrithione[^f01015] (CAS No 13463-41-7) | Leave-on hair products | This purpose has to be apparent from the presentation of the product. |
PART 2 — SUBSTANCES LISTED IN PART 2 OF ANNEX III TO THE DIRECTIVE WHICH ARE PROVISONALLY ALLOWED
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