Fragrance & antibacterials
Lyral (HICC)
Banned in European Union and United Kingdom; its status in Nigeria is not confirmed.
Why it matters
A strong fragrance allergen that causes allergic contact dermatitis in many people.
What to look for on the label
Hydroxyisohexyl 3-cyclohexene carboxaldehyde, HICC, lyral.
Full name: HICC (Lyral)
Country by country
Around the worldBanned in European Union and United Kingdom; its status in Nigeria is not confirmed.
Why: A strong fragrance allergen that causes allergic contact dermatitis in many people.
| Place | Status |
|---|---|
| Nigeria | not confirmed |
| European Union | bannedAnnex II/1380 (Reg 2017/1410); not sold since 23 Aug 2021. |
| United Kingdom | bannedAnnex II/1380 under Reg 2017/1410 as kept in UK law. |
| United States | no specific ruleNot on FDA prohibited/restricted ingredients list. |
| Canada | no specific ruleNot found on Hotlist prohibited or restricted tables. |
Sources: EU Reg 2017/1410 (Publications Office) · legislation.gov.uk Reg 2017/1410 (UK version) · FDA Prohibited & Restricted Ingredients · Health Canada Hotlist. Checked 2026-10-19; rules change, so check the regulator before relying on it.
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