Chlorophene

Product Description

Chlorophene is a high-efficiency antimicrobial preservative system widely used in cosmetic and personal care formulations to ensure microbial control, product safety, and long-term stability.

It functions as a broad-spectrum protective agent that helps inhibit the growth of bacteria, yeast, and mold, maintaining formulation integrity throughout the product lifecycle.

At the system level, Chlorophene supports microbiome balance in cosmetic formulations by reducing unwanted microbial contamination pressure while ensuring stable product performance under various storage conditions.

It is widely applied in emulsions, cleansers, and personal care systems requiring reliable preservation performance in global OEM/ODM cosmetic manufacturing.

Product Specification

• INCI Name: Chlorophene
• CAS No.: 120-32-1
• Appearance: White to off-white crystalline powder
• Odor: Slight phenolic odor
• Solubility: Slightly soluble in water, soluble in organic solvents
• Function Type: Antimicrobial preservative system
• Usage Level: 0.05–0.3%
• pH Range: 4.0–7.0 (system dependent)
• Storage: Store in tightly sealed container, protected from light and moisture
• Shelf Life: 24 months

Key Benefits & Applications

Chlorophene provides broad-spectrum antimicrobial protection for cosmetic preservation systems.

Core Functional Benefits

• Anti-Bacterial Protection: Helps inhibit growth of bacteria and microorganisms in cosmetic systems
• Microbiome Balance: Supports formulation microbial stability and controlled microbial environment
• Anti-Pollution & Protection: Helps maintain product purity against environmental contamination
• Skin Barrier Repair (System Level): Supports formulation compatibility with skin-friendly systems
• Free Radical Scavenger (Indirect System Support): Contributes to formulation stability under oxidative stress
• Film Former (Functional Support): Enhances formulation consistency and stability in emulsions

Applications

• Emulsions and Cream Systems
• Facial Cleansers and Rinse-off Products
• Personal Care Formulations
• OEM/ODM Cosmetic Preservation Systems

Formulation Guidelines

• Usage Level: 0.05–0.3%
• Phase Recommendation: Add during cool-down phase
• pH Range: 4.0–7.0 (optimal system-dependent stability)
• Compatibility: Emulsifiers, surfactants, preservative boosters
• Application Systems: Emulsions, creams, rinse-off formulations
• Synergy: Combines with Phenoxyethanol or Ethylhexylglycerin to enhance preservation efficacy and broaden antimicrobial spectrum.