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INCI name

CHLORPHENESIN

Chlorphenesin

AntimicrobialPreservativereviewed

A preservative.

What it is

Chlorphenesin is a synthetic preservative allowed in EU cosmetics up to 0.3% (Annex V). It is often combined with other preservatives.

Where it is used

Found in creams, lotions, make-up and hair products.

Limits of interpretation

The INCI list shows which ingredients are present, not how much of each. Above 1%, ingredients are listed in descending order of weight; below 1% the order is free.

Preservatives prevent microbial growth; a preservative-containing product is not inherently less safe than one without.

Functions

Antimicrobial
Preventing and/or slowing down microbial growth.
Preservative
Exclusively or mainly intended to inhibit the development of micro-organisms in the cosmetic product. All authorised preservatives are substances in the positive list of Annex V to the Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009.

EU regulation

EU · Annex V, entry 503-(p-Chlorophenoxy)-propane-1,2-diol
Maximum concentration
0.3%
As of
3 November 2026 · (EC) 2009/1223

Products with this ingredient (462)

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