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Anethole

Korean: 아네솔 · CAS 104-46-1/ 4180-23-8 · Functions: denaturant, fragrance

KR South Korea (MFDS)

No specific rule on file.

EU European Union (CosIng)

Restricted Annex III/329

Conditions: The presence of the substance shall be indicated in the list of ingredients referred to in Article 19(1), point (g), when its concentration exceeds: — 0,001 % in leave-on products — 0,01 % in rinse-off products.

Source: EU CosIng — Annex III · checked Oct 17, 2026

US United States (FDA)

No specific rule on file. The FDA regulates few cosmetic ingredients by name; no rule does not mean approval.

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ANETHOLE 아네솔

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.

Frequently asked questions

Is Anethole banned in the European Union?

In the EU's CosIng records it is listed as “Restricted” (EU CosIng — Annex III). A restricted ingredient is allowed within the stated conditions.

Is Anethole banned in South Korea?

We found no specific rule for it in Korea's MFDS records. That is not an approval or a safety statement.

Is Anethole allowed in cosmetics in the U.S.?

We found no specific rule for it in the FDA's records. That is not an approval or a safety statement.

What is Anethole used for in cosmetics?

The EU's CosIng inventory lists its functions as: denaturant, fragrance.

What is Anethole called on Korean labels?

Korea's MFDS standard Korean name is 아네솔.

What is the CAS number of Anethole?

CAS 104-46-1/ 4180-23-8 (from official records).