Chlorophene
- Preservative
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About Chlorophene
Chlorophene is a halogenated phenolic compound.[1] In cosmetics, it is used to inhibit the growth of microorganisms and to slow spoilage during storage by inhibiting microbial growth in the product.[4] In Korea, it may be used in finished cosmetic products at up to 0.05%.[2] It cannot be used in cosmetics in Europe.[3]
Chlorophene Details
- Ingredient function
- Antimicrobial, Preservative
- Main product categories
- Moisturizing Cream, Mascara Fixer, Soothing Cream
- INCI name
- CHLOROPHENE
- CosIng ID
- 32664
Chlorophene References
- 대한화장품협회 화장품성분사전 · 성분코드 14909
- 법제처 — 화장품 안전기준 등에 관한 규정 (식약처 고시 제2026-19호) · 클로로펜(2-벤질 -4-클로로페놀)
- European Union · Annex II entry 1602
- European Commission — CosIng · substanceId 32664
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