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๐Ÿงช Phenoxyethanol

2-Phenoxyethanol | INCI: Phenoxyethanol | CAS: 122-99-6

INCI Information

INCI Name
Phenoxyethanol
Common Name
2-Phenoxyethanol
CAS Number
122-99-6
Category
Preservative
Molecular Formula
Cโ‚ˆHโ‚โ‚€Oโ‚‚
Molecular Weight
138.17 g/mol
Appearance
Clear, colorless liquid
Solubility
Slightly soluble in water, miscible with alcohols
Typical Concentration
0.5% โ€“ 1.0% (max 1% in EU)
pH Range
Neutral
Functions:
PreservativeAntimicrobialBroad-spectrum
Available Purity Grades:
  • 99.0%
  • 99.5% (Pharma grade)
  • 99.9% (High purity)

๐Ÿ’ฐ Indicative Price Range (Bulk)

Typical B2B pricing across verified suppliers
$8 โ€“ $28 $/kg
Prices vary by purity, MOQ, and order volume. Always request formal quotes.

๐Ÿญ Verified Supplier Comparison

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Supplier Purity MOQ Price Range Rating Status Years Action
Shanghai Longyu Biotechnology 99.5% 1kg $10 โ€“ $18 โญ 4.7 Verified Gold 6yr View on Alibaba โ†’
Hangzhou Lingeba Technology 99.0% 25kg $8 โ€“ $15 โญ 4.6 Verified 4yr View on Alibaba โ†’
Guangzhou Baochang Industrial 99.5% 1kg $12 โ€“ $22 โญ 4.8 Verified Gold 5yr View on Alibaba โ†’
Jiangsu Reactor Biological 99.9% 25kg $15 โ€“ $25 โญ 4.7 Verified 3yr View on Alibaba โ†’
Sichuan EM Technology 99.0% 200kg $8 โ€“ $14 โญ 4.5 Verified Gold 7yr View on Alibaba โ†’
Shandong Look Chemical 99.5% 1kg $10 โ€“ $20 โญ 4.6 Verified 5yr View on Alibaba โ†’
Hubei Jiurun Pharmaceutical 99.5% 25kg $9 โ€“ $16 โญ 4.7 Verified Gold 4yr View on Alibaba โ†’
Fujian Yuanxiang New Material 99.0% 1kg $11 โ€“ $28 โญ 4.5 Verified 3yr View on Alibaba โ†’
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๐Ÿ“– About Phenoxyethanol

Phenoxyethanol is the most popular paraben-free preservative in modern cosmetics. It provides broad-spectrum protection against bacteria, yeasts, and molds at low concentrations.

๐Ÿ›’ Purchasing Guide & Tips

โ“ Frequently Asked Questions

โ“ Is Phenoxyethanol safe?

Yes, it's approved by FDA, EU, and Health Canada. It's one of the safest synthetic preservatives available.

โ“ Why does my product smell like roses?

Phenoxyethanol has a faint rose-like odor at higher concentrations. Some formulators mask it with essential oils.

โ“ Can I use it alone?

It's more effective in combination with other preservatives (synergy approach).

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