- Chemical Name:2-phenoxyethanol
- CAS Number:122-99-6
- Dosage Form:Injectables
- Labeling Claims:Non-Reactive, Substances of Very High Concern (SVHC) Chemicals-free, Low Toxicity, Not Listed In California Proposition 65
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.