SHORT DESCRIPTION
Phenoxyethanol is primarily employed as a preservative in various formulations to inhibit the growth of bacteria, yeast, and mold. It is particularly effective against Gram-negative bacteri It consists of a benzene ring connected to a hydroxyl group and an ether linkage. This structure contributes to its solubility in both water and many organic solvents. Typically, it is used at concentrations ranging from 0.5% to 2% in cosmetics and personal care products.
PACKAGING TYPE
hdpe drum
TDS SHEET
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CHEMICAL NAME
Phenoxyethanol
INDUSTRY
Personal Care
Home Care and Industrial Cleaning
APPLICATION
Antimicrobial
IDENTIFICATION AND PROPERTIES
SYNONYMS
2-Phenoxyethanol, 2-Hydroxyethyl Phenyl Ether
MOLECULAR WEIGHT
138.16 g/mol
CAS NUMBER
122-99-6
CHEMICAL FORMULA
C8H10O2
HS CODE
29094900
DENSITY
1.10 g/cm³
MELTING POINT
−2 °C
BOILING POINT
247 °C
VISCOSITY
Not Specified
SHELF LIFE
Not Specified
TYPICAL PROPERTIES
Not Specified
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Product FAQs
Can Phenoxyethanol Replace Parabens in Formulations?
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