2-Phenoxyethanol
2-Phenoxyethanol is a liquid preservative used in excipients, coatings, and nutraceuticals. It is soluble in both oil and water, suitable for oral, parenteral, skin care, and sun care applications. It meets USF-NF, EP, and BP monographs and acts as a bactericide in dermatological products like sunscreen and skin creams. Additionally, it serves as a preservative in vaccines and pharmaceuticals, offering excellent bactericidal and bacteriostatic properties, effective against a wide range of gram-negative and gram-positive bacteria.
Chemical Name: 2-phenoxyethanol
CAS Number: 122-99-6
Dosage Form: Injectables
Labeling Claims: Low Toxicity, Non-Reactive, Not Listed In California Proposition 65, Substances of Very High Concern (SVHC) Chemicals-free
Synonyms: 1-Hydroxy-2-phenoxyethane, 2-Hydroxyethyl phenyl ether, 2-phenoxyethan-1-ol, 2-Phenoxyethyl alcohol, beta-Hydroxyethyl phenyl ether, Ethylene Glycol Monophenyl Ether, Ethylene Glycol Phenyl Ether, Phenoxyethanol, Phenyl Cellosolve
