Product Description of Phenoxyethanol

Phenoxyethanol is an organic compound often used in skin care products. It can be synthesized by etherification of ethylene glycol and phenol. It is commonly used in skin creams and sunscreens. Phenoxyethanol is a colorless, slightly viscous liquid with an aromatic odor, slightly soluble in water, and easily soluble in ethanol and sodium hydroxide. It has antibacterial effect (usually used with quaternary ammonium salts), and is often used as a substitute for highly toxic sodium azide in biological buffer solutions, because 2-phenoxyethanol is less toxic and chemically Not active on copper and lead. In cosmetics, skin care products, vaccines and medicines, they usually play the role of preservatives.
Chinese name phenoxyethanol
Foreign name PhenoXyaethanolum
Alias p—PhenoxyethylAlcohol
Organic compound
Molar mass 138.16 g·mol
Density 1.102 g/cm
Melting point 11-13 °C
Boiling point 247 °C( 245℃)

 

 

Uses of Phenoxyethanol

Phenoxyethanol can be used as a fixative in perfume, insect repellent, external disinfectant, cellulose acetate solvent, dye, ink, resin, preservative and other medical uses. In addition, it is also used as an anesthetic in fish in the aquaculture industry. It is also listed by the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention as one of the ingredients of many US vaccines. In Japan, the use of phenoxyethanol in cosmetics is monitored.
Solvent
Phenoxyethanol has good solubility and miscibility. It is often used as a thinner for perfumes. It is a good solvent and penetrating agent for hair dyes and nail polishes. It is a solvent and modifier for inks, ballpoint pen oils, and ink for printing pads. Of penetrants etc.
Antiseptic and bactericidal
Phenoxyethanol has a specific bacteriostatic effect on P. aeruginosa, and has bacteriostatic effects on Gram-positive and negative bacteria. Because of its solubility in water, white mineral oil, palmetate isopropyl vinegar and other cosmetic components. Coupled with its high efficiency and broad spectrum, low toxicity and no allergic irritation (2.2% aqueous solution is not irritating to the skin), it is widely used in cosmetic creams and shampoos.

 

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Packing:  1kg/bag,  25kgs/drum (Two plastic-bags inside and  Paper-drums  or per customer\’s requirements.)

Storage: Store in tight, light-resistant containers, avoid exposure to direct sunlight, moisture and excessive heat.
Shelf Life: 24 months.
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