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Retinol and its esters

Korean: 레티놀 및 그 에스터류 ·

KR South Korea (MFDS)

No specific rule on file.

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 Retinol and its esters is treated in 1 more market, 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
CA Canada	Restricted	【Restrictions】 Maximum Concentration Permitted : 1.0% retinol equivalents; 1.15% w/w retinyl acetate; 1.83% w/w retinyl palmitate.

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

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Retinol and its esters 레티놀 및 그 에스터류

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 Retinol and its esters 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 Retinol and its esters 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 Retinol and its esters 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 Retinol and its esters called on Korean labels?

Korea's MFDS standard Korean name is 레티놀 및 그 에스터류.