Phenoxyethanol

Description: Phenoxyethanol
CAS number: 122-99-6
INCI: 2-phenoxyethanol
EC Number: 204-589-7
REACH Registration Number: 01-2119488943-21-XXXX
Synonyms: EU index: 603-098-00-

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
– CLP: Classification according to CLP (EC No. 1272/2008)
– Acute Tox. 4
– Eye Irrit. 2, H319
2.2 Label elements

– Signal Word: Warning

Hazard statements
H302 – Harmful if swallowed.
H319 – Causes serious eye irritation.

2.2.2 Precautionary statements
P280 – Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
P301+P312 – IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTRE/doctor/ if you feel unwell.
P305+P351+P338 – IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to
do. Continue rinsing.
P403+P233 – Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.
P501 – Dispose of contents/container in accordance with national regulations.
2.3 Other hazards
– Other hazards have not been identified for this product.

Phenoxyethanol is a versatile, widely used preservative for personal care formulations.
Primeguard PE has a broad, balanced spectrum of activity against bacteria, yeasts, mould
and fungi.
Applications
• Shampoo & shower gel (rinse-off)
• Creams & lotions (leave-on)
• O/W emulsions
• W/O emulsions
• Wet wipes
• Eye care
• Lip care
• Oral care
• Sprays
• Product for Children under 3