The ASEAN Ingredient Listings would be the reference document of all ASEAN Member Countries in the review of formulations of cosmetic products. It will provide the list of ingredients that are banned or restricted for use, the positive list of colorants, preservatives and UV filters that are allowed for use in cosmetic products marketed in ASEAN. Refer to these listings during product formulation to ensure your products comply with the ASEAN Ingredient Requirements.
The Restricted List will indicate ingredients that are allowed for use in cosmetic products but subject to restrictions and conditions. It will define the restrictions on the field of application and/or use, the maximum authorized concentration in the finished product, other limitations and requirements and conditions of use and warning, which must be printed on the labels.
The Negative List indicates ingredients that are NOT allowed for use in cosmetic products. It is usually referred to as the Banned List or defined as the List of Ingredients which must NOT form part of the cosmetic products.
The Positive List will indicate ingredients that are allowed for use in cosmetic products. Ingredients outside this list will not be allowed. For ASEAN, we have the positive lists for colorants, preservatives and UV filters for cosmetic products.