Cosmetic ingredient

CHLORPHENESIN

Chlorphenesin is an organic compound associated with the chemical name 1,2-Propanediol, 3-(4-chlorophenoxy)-. In the INCI system, it appears as CHLORPHENESIN, a distinct way to identify this substance among cosmetic ingredients.

Molecular structure of CHLORPHENESIN
2D molecular structure
CAS number
104-29-0
EC number
203-192-6
Molecular formula
C9H11ClO3
Molecular weight
202.63
Chemical name
1,2-Propanediol, 3-(4-chlorophenoxy)-
InChIKey
MXOAEAUPQDYUQM-UHFFFAOYSA-N

CHLORPHENESIN: what it is

Chlorphenesin is an organic compound associated with the chemical name 1,2-Propanediol, 3-(4-chlorophenoxy)-. In the INCI system, it appears as CHLORPHENESIN, a distinct way to identify this substance among cosmetic ingredients.

CHLORPHENESIN: what it does in cosmetics

In a cosmetic formulation, chlorphenesin serves as an antimicrobial and preservative. These classifications describe its use in helping preserve the composition and control the presence of microorganisms in the product.

Use limits

Restrictions and conditions of use

Cosmetic restriction
V/50
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