On 8 August 2022, the Saudi Food and Drug Authority (SFDA) updated the permitted use of Methyl N-Methylanthranilate (MNM) in cosmetic products. In cosmetics, MNM acts as a fragrance. It is used in fine fragrances, shampoos, soaps, and many other types of cosmetics. The update will come into effect from 1 July 2023.
Iearlier in EU, the permit to use MNM in cosmetic products was updated. Under Annex III of (EC) 1223/2009 the European Commission released Regulation (EU) 2022/135, restricting the use of methyl-N-methylanthranilate in cosmetic products. The regulation was released on 31 January 2022 and has been effective since 21 February 2022.
According to SFDA Circular 24366 and EU regulation (EU) 2022/135-
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Restriction |
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(a) Leave-on products |
(a) 0.1 % |
For (a): not to be used in sunscreen products and products marketed for exposure to natural or artificial UV light |
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(b) Rinse-off products |
(b) 0.2 % |
For (a) and (b): - Do not use with nitrosating agents - Maximum nitrosamine content: 50 μg/kg - Keep in nitrite-free containers |
On the basis of the latest evidence and studies the new MNM restrictions are updated.
Cosmetic products must comply with the update by manufacturers, warehouse managers and importers.