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Catalase

Korean: 카탈라아제 · CAS 9001-05-2 · Functions: hair conditioning, skin conditioning - miscellaneous

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/74

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

US United States (FDA)

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

Other markets

How Catalase is treated in 5 more markets, from the overseas cosmetic regulation database compiled by Korea's MFDS. Always confirm with the regulator of that country before selling there.

MarketStatusConditions
CN ChinaRestricted —
AS ASEAN (10 countries)Restricted —
CA CanadaRestricted 【Restrictions】 Warnings and Cautionary Statements: (to the effect of) : "This product is not intended for use on broken or abraded skin."
BR BrazilRestricted —
AR ArgentinaRestricted —

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

Also listed as

CATALASE 카탈라아제

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 Catalase banned in the European Union?

In the EU's CosIng records it is listed as “Prohibited” (EU CosIng — Annex II).

Is Catalase banned in South Korea?

In Korea's MFDS records it is listed as “Restricted” (MFDS — cosmetic ingredient use restrictions). A restricted ingredient is allowed within the stated conditions.

Is Catalase 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 Catalase used for in cosmetics?

The EU's CosIng inventory lists its functions as: hair conditioning, skin conditioning - miscellaneous.

What is Catalase called on Korean labels?

Korea's MFDS standard Korean name is 카탈라아제.

What is the CAS number of Catalase?

CAS 9001-05-2 (from official records).

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