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Yes. DMDM hydantoin is banned, restricted, or carries a mandatory warning label in 1 country including European Union. The US FDA still permits it, which is why it shows up in everyday American food and beauty products.
| Country / Region | Status |
|---|---|
| European Union | Banned or restricted |
Formaldehyde is a known human carcinogen and a common skin sensitizer. The EU restricts formaldehyde-releasing preservatives and requires warning labels; Washington State is phasing them out, while they remain unrestricted federally in the US.
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