PHENOXYETHANOL
PHENOXYETHANOL is a cosmetic ingredient classified as Antimicrobial. Also known as CAS 122-99-6. It is regulated in 23 markets including UAE, Armenia, Bahrain.
Also Known As
- CAS Number
- 122-99-6
Market Overview — 29 Markets
Detailed Regulations
Europe2 regulations
- Chemical name
- 2-Phenoxyethanol
- CAS
- 122-99-6
- Max concentration
- 1.0%
Source: EC 1223/2009 Annex V
- Chemical name
- 2-Phenoxyethanol
- CAS
- 122-99-6
- Max concentration
- 1,0 %
- Conditions of use
- Max: 1,0 %
Source: UK retained EC 1223/2009 Annex V
Americas1 regulation
- Chemical name
- 2- Fenoxietanol
- CAS
- 122-99-6
- Max concentration
- 1,0%
Source: ANVISA RDC 528
East Asia & Oceania3 regulations
- Chemical name
- Phenoxyethanol
- Conditions of use
- * 배합한도 : 1%
Source: MFDS Korea Cosmetics Regulation
- Chemical name
- Phenoxyethanol
- Max concentration
- 1.0%
Source: MHLW Standards for Cosmetics (Notification No.331 of 2000)
- Chemical name
- 2-Phenoxyethanol
- CAS
- 122-99-6
- Max concentration
- 1 %
Source: TFDA Cosmetics Regulations
ASEAN6 regulations
- Chemical name
- 2-Phenoxyethanol
- CAS
- 122-99-6
- Max concentration
- 1.0%
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- 2-Phenoxyethanol
- CAS
- 122-99-6
- Max concentration
- 1.0%
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- 2-Phenoxyethanol
- CAS
- 122-99-6
- Max concentration
- 1.0%
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- 2-Phenoxyethanol
- CAS
- 122-99-6
- Max concentration
- 1.0%
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- 2-Phenoxyethanol
- CAS
- 122-99-6
- Max concentration
- 1.0%
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- 2-Phenoxyethanol
- CAS
- 122-99-6
- Max concentration
- 1.0%
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
GCC6 regulations
- Chemical name
- 2-Phenoxyethanol
- CAS
- 122-99-6
- Max concentration
- 1.0%
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 V)
- Chemical name
- 2-Phenoxyethanol
- CAS
- 122-99-6
- Max concentration
- 1.0%
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 V)
- Chemical name
- 2-Phenoxyethanol
- CAS
- 122-99-6
- Max concentration
- 1.0%
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 V)
- Chemical name
- 2-Phenoxyethanol
- CAS
- 122-99-6
- Max concentration
- 1.0%
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 V)
- Chemical name
- 2-Phenoxyethanol
- CAS
- 122-99-6
- Max concentration
- 1.0%
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 V)
- Chemical name
- 2-Phenoxyethanol
- CAS
- 122-99-6
- Max concentration
- 1.0%
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 V)
EAEU5 regulations
- Chemical name
- 2-Феноксиэтанол (2-Phenoxyethanol)
- CAS
- 122-99-6
- Max concentration
- 1 процент
Source: TR CU 009/2011 Annex 4 (Preservatives) (Ref 29)
- Chemical name
- 2-Феноксиэтанол (2-Phenoxyethanol)
- CAS
- 122-99-6
- Max concentration
- 1 процент
Source: TR CU 009/2011 Annex 4 (Preservatives) (Ref 29)
- Chemical name
- 2-Феноксиэтанол (2-Phenoxyethanol)
- CAS
- 122-99-6
- Max concentration
- 1 процент
Source: TR CU 009/2011 Annex 4 (Preservatives) (Ref 29)
- Chemical name
- 2-Феноксиэтанол (2-Phenoxyethanol)
- CAS
- 122-99-6
- Max concentration
- 1 процент
Source: TR CU 009/2011 Annex 4 (Preservatives) (Ref 29)
- Chemical name
- 2-Феноксиэтанол (2-Phenoxyethanol)
- CAS
- 122-99-6
- Max concentration
- 1 процент
Source: TR CU 009/2011 Annex 4 (Preservatives) (Ref 29)
Frequently Asked Questions
Is PHENOXYETHANOL banned in any country?
PHENOXYETHANOL is not banned in any of the 26 markets tracked by Formpli. However, it may be subject to restrictions or conditions of use in some markets.
What are the restrictions on PHENOXYETHANOL in cosmetics?
PHENOXYETHANOL is restricted or has conditions of use in UAE, Armenia, Bahrain, Brazil, Belarus, European Union, Indonesia, Japan, Kyrgyzstan, South Korea, Kuwait, Kazakhstan, Malaysia, Oman, Philippines, Qatar, Russia, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Thailand, Taiwan, United Kingdom, Vietnam. Restrictions may include maximum concentration limits, product type limitations, or mandatory labeling requirements. See the detailed regulations above for specifics.
Can I use PHENOXYETHANOL in cosmetics?
PHENOXYETHANOL is regulated in 23 markets. It has restrictions in UAE, Armenia, Bahrain, Brazil, Belarus, European Union, Indonesia, Japan, Kyrgyzstan, South Korea, Kuwait, Kazakhstan, Malaysia, Oman, Philippines, Qatar, Russia, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Thailand, Taiwan, United Kingdom, Vietnam. Use Formpli's free screening tool to check your full ingredient list against all 26 markets at once.
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Check Ingredients FreeThis information is for reference only and does not constitute legal or regulatory advice. Regulations change — always verify with official sources and consult a regulatory specialist before exporting cosmetic products. Data sourced from EU COSING, US FDA, Health Canada, MHLW Japan, MFDS Korea, ASEAN ACD, GCC SFDA, TGA Australia, ANVISA Brazil, EAEU TR CU, and Taiwan TFDA.