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Vinyl Chloride

Korean: 비닐클로라이드 · Functions: not reported

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)

Prohibited 21 CFR 700.14

Conditions: Prohibited as an ingredient of aerosol cosmetic products.

Source: 21 CFR Part 700 Subpart B · checked Oct 17, 2026

Other markets

How Vinyl Chloride is treated in 4 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	—
CA Canada	Prohibited	—

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

Also listed as

Vinyl Chloride 비닐클로라이드

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 Vinyl Chloride 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 Vinyl Chloride banned in South Korea?

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

Is Vinyl Chloride allowed in cosmetics in the U.S.?

In the FDA's records it is listed as “Prohibited” (21 CFR Part 700 Subpart B).

What is Vinyl Chloride used for in cosmetics?

The EU's CosIng inventory lists its functions as: not reported.

What is Vinyl Chloride called on Korean labels?

Korea's MFDS standard Korean name is 비닐클로라이드.