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Pentachlorophenol and its alkali salts

Korean: 펜타클로로페놀 및 그 알칼리 염류 · CAS 87-86-5 ·

KR South Korea (MFDS)

Prohibited MFDS prohibited ingredients

Source: MFDS — cosmetic ingredient use restrictions · checked Oct 17, 2026

EU European Union (CosIng)

No specific rule on file.

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 Pentachlorophenol and its alkali salts 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.

Market	Status	Conditions
CN China	Prohibited	—
AS ASEAN (10 countries)	Prohibited	—
TW Taiwan	Prohibited	—
BR Brazil	Prohibited	—
AR Argentina	Prohibited	—

Source: MFDS cosmetic ingredient use restrictions — overseas regulations · checked Oct 17, 2026

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Pentachlorophenol and its alkali salts 펜타클로로페놀 및 그 알칼리 염류

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 Pentachlorophenol and its alkali salts banned in the European Union?

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

Is Pentachlorophenol and its alkali salts banned in South Korea?

In Korea's MFDS records it is listed as “Prohibited” (MFDS — cosmetic ingredient use restrictions).

Is Pentachlorophenol and its alkali salts 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 Pentachlorophenol and its alkali salts called on Korean labels?

Korea's MFDS standard Korean name is 펜타클로로페놀 및 그 알칼리 염류.

What is the CAS number of Pentachlorophenol and its alkali salts?

CAS 87-86-5 (from official records).