CAS number
122-99-6
Industry
Personal Care
Typical form
Liquid
Also known as: 2-Phenoxyethanol, ethylene glycol monophenyl ether.
Typical grades: Cosmetic and technical grades.
About Phenoxyethanol
Phenoxyethanol is a glycol ether that is effective against bacteria and yeast. It is widely used as a preservative and as an alternative to parabens.
Uses and applications
Cosmetics
Preserves creams, lotions, shampoos, baby wipes and make-up, typically at levels of up to 1%.
Pharmaceutical
Used as a preservative in topical products and in some vaccines.
Household products
Used to protect detergents, cleaners and polishes from spoilage.
Regulatory note and documentation
Pharmaceutical and nutraceutical use is subject to the requirements of the destination market (for example FDA, EMA or TGA) and the relevant pharmacopoeia monograph (such as USP, BP or EP). Requirements vary by country, so please confirm them for your own product and market before use.
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