Phenoxyethanol

　　Main Uses:

　　Cosmetics and Personal Care:

　　Preservative: It is one of the commonly used preservatives in cosmetics, especially suitable for products for sensitive skin. It has inhibitory effects on mold, yeast, and bacteria. It is often combined with other preservatives (such as ethylhexylglycerin) to enhance the antibacterial spectrum and reduce irritation.

　　Solvent and Humectant: Used to dissolve fragrances and oil-based ingredients (such as vitamins and plant extracts), while helping to maintain product moisture and improve skin feel (commonly found in face creams, lotions, shampoos, and sunscreens).

　　Pharmaceutical Field:

　　Preservative for Topical Preparations: Used in topical medications such as ointments, lotions, and gels to prevent microbial contamination and extend shelf life (e.g., antibiotic ointments, skin disinfectants).

　　Adjuvant for Local Anesthesia: Used as a solvent in some local anesthetics, while enhancing the drug's ability to penetrate the skin.

　　Industrial and Other Fields:

　　Coatings and Inks: Used as a solvent or co-solvent to improve the leveling and solubility of coatings, especially suitable for formulations requiring low volatility.

　　Textile Auxiliaries: Used for antibacterial treatment of textiles to impart certain antibacterial functions to fabrics (e.g., underwear, towels).

　　Aquaculture: Can be used at low concentrations for the prevention and treatment of fish parasites (e.g., killing sea lice), with lower toxicity to aquatic animals.

CAS NO: 122-99-6

EC NO: 204-589-7

Molecular Formula: C₈H₁₀O₂

Molecular Weight: 138.1638

Aliases: ;2-Phenoxyethanol;Phenyl cellosolve;Phenoxy ethanol;Ethylene glycol monophenyl ether;Ethylene glycol phenyl ether;Phenoxyethanol;

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