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Quick Reference
Chemical Identifiers
Four identifiers every sourcing professional needs to know — and when to use each one.
A unique numerical identifier assigned by the Chemical Abstracts Service to every chemical substance. Format: NNNNNN-NN-N (e.g. Glycerin = 56-81-5).
When to use: Universal identification across suppliers, regulatory filings, and databases. Use in RFQs and purchase orders to eliminate name ambiguity.
Example: Phenoxyethanol → 122-99-6
International Nomenclature of Cosmetic Ingredients — standardised names used on cosmetic ingredient labels in the EU, US, and most markets.
When to use: Required on cosmetic product labels (EU Regulation 1223/2009, US FDA). Use in formulation documentation and labelling.
Example: Glycerin → INCI: Glycerin (same here, but many differ)
European Community number — assigned by ECHA to substances in the EINECS, ELINCS, or NLP inventories. Format: NNN-NNN-N.
When to use: Required for REACH compliance filings and SDS documentation in the EU. Look up via ECHA's Chemical Inventory.
Example: Glycerin → EC 200-289-5
Harmonised System code — a 6-digit international customs classification for goods. Extended to 8–10 digits by country.
When to use: Required on customs declarations, import/export documentation. Determines applicable tariff rates and import duties.
Example: Glycerin → HS 2905.45 (pharmaceutical grade)
Compliance
Regulatory Quick Reference
Key regulations by region — what they govern, and where to go for authoritative information.
European Union
Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation and Restriction of Chemicals (EC 1907/2006) — mandatory registration for substances manufactured/imported >1 t/yr
OfficialRegulation 1223/2009 — governs cosmetic ingredient safety, labelling (INCI), Annex II (prohibited), Annex III (restricted), Annex V (preservatives), Annex VI (UV filters)
OfficialClassification, Labelling and Packaging of substances and mixtures (EC 1272/2008) — EU implementation of GHS. Governs hazard symbols, H-statements, P-statements on labels
OfficialBPR (EU 528/2012) — governs preservatives, disinfectants, and other biocidal substances. All active substances require authorisation
OfficialRegulation EC 1935/2004 — framework for materials in contact with food. Plastics: EU 10/2011. Specific migration limits (SML) apply per substance
OfficialUnited States
Toxic Substances Control Act — US EPA's framework for chemical management. New chemicals require pre-manufacture notification (PMN). TSCA inventory contains >86,000 substances
OfficialModernisation of Cosmetics Regulation Act 2022 — new requirements for facility registration, product listing, adverse event reporting, and safety substantiation
Official21 CFR Parts 170–186 — GRAS (Generally Recognised As Safe) and food additive petitions. Direct vs. indirect additives. FDA's GRAS notification programme
Official29 CFR 1910.1200 — US implementation of GHS. Requires SDSs in 16-section format, GHS-compliant labels. Effective since 2016 for most industries
OfficialGlobal / Other
Globally Harmonised System of Classification and Labelling — UN framework adopted by 70+ countries. Defines hazard categories, pictograms, H/P statements. Revised editions every 2 years
OfficialInventory of Existing Chemical Substances in China — chemicals not listed require new substance notification. MEE governs; separate regime for cosmetics (CSAR via NMPA)
OfficialManufacture, Storage and Import of Hazardous Chemical Rules, 1989 (as amended). Specific lists for major accident hazards and dangerous chemicals
OfficialInternational natural and organic cosmetics standard (COSMOS-standard AISBL). Defines permitted ingredients, processing methods, and organic content thresholds for certification
OfficialTools & Data
External Reference Databases
Authoritative external sources for chemical identification, safety data, and regulatory status.
ECHA Chemical Registration
REACH registration data, SVHC Candidate List, Annex XIV/XVII
PubChem (NIH)
Structure, properties, safety data, and bioactivity for 100M+ compounds
NIST WebBook
Thermophysical properties, spectra, and CAS lookups from the US national standards body
FDA GRAS Database
GRAS status opinions for food-contact and food ingredient substances
INCI Dictionary (CosIng)
EU Commission's official INCI name lookup and ingredient status database
WCO HS Nomenclature
Official Harmonised System codes for customs classification
EPA TSCA Inventory
86,000+ substances on the US TSCA inventory; active vs. inactive status
ICSC (ILO)
International Chemical Safety Cards — concise hazard/safety info for 1,900+ chemicals
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Knowledge & Formulation Guides
Sourcing guides, regulatory briefings, and hands-on formulation recipes written for chemical professionals.
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Safety Data Sheets
16-section GHS/REACH compliant SDS for safe handling and transport
Technical Data Sheets
Full specification sheets with physical properties and performance data
Certificates of Analysis
Batch-specific test results confirming specification compliance