PHENOXYISOPROPANOL
PHENOXYISOPROPANOL is a cosmetic ingredient classified as Preservative. Also known as CAS 770-35-4. It is regulated in 17 markets including UAE, Bahrain, Brazil.
Also Known As
- CAS Number
- 770-35-4
Market Overview — 29 Markets
Detailed Regulations
Europe4 regulations
- Chemical name
- 1-Phenoxypropan-2-ol (8)
- CAS
- 770-35-4
- Max concentration
- 2%
- Product type
- Rinse-off products Not to be used in oral products
- Other conditions
- For purposes other than inhibiting the development of micro-organisms in the product. This purpose has to be apparent from the presentation of the product
Source: EC 1223/2009 Annex III
- Chemical name
- 1-Phenoxypropan-2-ol (8)
- CAS
- 770-35-4
- Max concentration
- 1.0%
- Product type
- Only for rinse-off products
Source: EC 1223/2009 Annex V
- Chemical name
- 1-Phenoxypropan-2-ol
- CAS
- 770-35-4
- Max concentration
- 2 %
- Product type
- Use only in rinse-off productsNot to be used in oral products
- Conditions of use
- Max: 2 %
- Other conditions
- For purposes other than inhibiting the development of micro-organisms in the product. This purpose has to be apparent from the presentation of the product
Source: UK retained EC 1223/2009 Annex III
- Chemical name
- 1-Phenoxypropan-2-ol
- CAS
- 770-35-4
- Max concentration
- 1,0 %
- Product type
- Only for rinse-off products
- Conditions of use
- Max: 1,0 %
Source: UK retained EC 1223/2009 Annex V
Americas1 regulation
- Chemical name
- 1-Fenoxi-2-propan ol (*)
- CAS
- 770-35-4
- Max concentration
- 1,0%
- Conditions of use
- Limitations: Proibido em produtos que não se enxáguem.
Source: ANVISA RDC 528
East Asia & Oceania3 regulations
- Chemical name
- Phenoxyisopropanol
- Conditions of use
- * 배합한도 : ∙ 사용 후 씻어내는 제품에 1.0% ∙ 기타 제품에는 사용금지
Source: MFDS Korea Cosmetics Regulation
- Chemical name
- 1-Phenoxypropan-2-ol(1)
- CAS
- 770-35-4
- Max concentration
- 1 %
- Product type
- Rinse-off products
Source: TFDA Cosmetics Regulations
- Chemical name
- 1-Phenoxypropan-2-ol 註
- CAS
- 770-35-4
- Max concentration
- 2%
- Product type
- Rinse-off products (Not to be used in oral products)
Source: TFDA Cosmetics Regulations
ASEAN12 regulations
- Chemical name
- 1-Phenoxypropan-2-ol / Phenoxyisopropanol
- CAS
- 770-35-4
- Max concentration
- 2%
- Product type
- • Rinse-off products only • Prohibited in oral hygiene products
- Conditions of use
- As a preservative, see Annex VI, Part 1, No 43
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- 1-Phenoxypropan-2-ol (10)
- CAS
- 770-35-4
- Max concentration
- 1.0%
- Conditions of use
- Only for rinse-off products
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- 1-Phenoxypropan-2-ol / Phenoxyisopropanol
- CAS
- 770-35-4
- Max concentration
- 2%
- Product type
- • Rinse-off products only • Prohibited in oral hygiene products
- Conditions of use
- As a preservative, see Annex VI, Part 1, No 43
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- 1-Phenoxypropan-2-ol (10)
- CAS
- 770-35-4
- Max concentration
- 1.0%
- Conditions of use
- Only for rinse-off products
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- 1-Phenoxypropan-2-ol / Phenoxyisopropanol
- CAS
- 770-35-4
- Max concentration
- 2%
- Product type
- • Rinse-off products only • Prohibited in oral hygiene products
- Conditions of use
- As a preservative, see Annex VI, Part 1, No 43
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- 1-Phenoxypropan-2-ol (10)
- CAS
- 770-35-4
- Max concentration
- 1.0%
- Conditions of use
- Only for rinse-off products
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- 1-Phenoxypropan-2-ol / Phenoxyisopropanol
- CAS
- 770-35-4
- Max concentration
- 2%
- Product type
- • Rinse-off products only • Prohibited in oral hygiene products
- Conditions of use
- As a preservative, see Annex VI, Part 1, No 43
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- 1-Phenoxypropan-2-ol (10)
- CAS
- 770-35-4
- Max concentration
- 1.0%
- Conditions of use
- Only for rinse-off products
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- 1-Phenoxypropan-2-ol / Phenoxyisopropanol
- CAS
- 770-35-4
- Max concentration
- 2%
- Product type
- • Rinse-off products only • Prohibited in oral hygiene products
- Conditions of use
- As a preservative, see Annex VI, Part 1, No 43
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- 1-Phenoxypropan-2-ol (10)
- CAS
- 770-35-4
- Max concentration
- 1.0%
- Conditions of use
- Only for rinse-off products
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- 1-Phenoxypropan-2-ol / Phenoxyisopropanol
- CAS
- 770-35-4
- Max concentration
- 2%
- Product type
- • Rinse-off products only • Prohibited in oral hygiene products
- Conditions of use
- As a preservative, see Annex VI, Part 1, No 43
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- 1-Phenoxypropan-2-ol (10)
- CAS
- 770-35-4
- Max concentration
- 1.0%
- Conditions of use
- Only for rinse-off products
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
GCC12 regulations
- Chemical name
- 1-Phenoxypropan-2-ol (8)
- CAS
- 770-35-4
- Max concentration
- 2%
- Product type
- Rinse-off products Not to be used in oral products
- Other conditions
- For purposes other than inhibiting the development of micro-organisms in the product. This purpose has to be apparent from the presentation of the product
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 III)
- Chemical name
- 1-Phenoxypropan-2-ol (8)
- CAS
- 770-35-4
- Max concentration
- 1.0%
- Product type
- Only for rinse-off products
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 V)
- Chemical name
- 1-Phenoxypropan-2-ol (8)
- CAS
- 770-35-4
- Max concentration
- 2%
- Product type
- Rinse-off products Not to be used in oral products
- Other conditions
- For purposes other than inhibiting the development of micro-organisms in the product. This purpose has to be apparent from the presentation of the product
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 III)
- Chemical name
- 1-Phenoxypropan-2-ol (8)
- CAS
- 770-35-4
- Max concentration
- 1.0%
- Product type
- Only for rinse-off products
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 V)
- Chemical name
- 1-Phenoxypropan-2-ol (8)
- CAS
- 770-35-4
- Max concentration
- 2%
- Product type
- Rinse-off products Not to be used in oral products
- Other conditions
- For purposes other than inhibiting the development of micro-organisms in the product. This purpose has to be apparent from the presentation of the product
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 III)
- Chemical name
- 1-Phenoxypropan-2-ol (8)
- CAS
- 770-35-4
- Max concentration
- 1.0%
- Product type
- Only for rinse-off products
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 V)
- Chemical name
- 1-Phenoxypropan-2-ol (8)
- CAS
- 770-35-4
- Max concentration
- 2%
- Product type
- Rinse-off products Not to be used in oral products
- Other conditions
- For purposes other than inhibiting the development of micro-organisms in the product. This purpose has to be apparent from the presentation of the product
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 III)
- Chemical name
- 1-Phenoxypropan-2-ol (8)
- CAS
- 770-35-4
- Max concentration
- 1.0%
- Product type
- Only for rinse-off products
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 V)
- Chemical name
- 1-Phenoxypropan-2-ol (8)
- CAS
- 770-35-4
- Max concentration
- 2%
- Product type
- Rinse-off products Not to be used in oral products
- Other conditions
- For purposes other than inhibiting the development of micro-organisms in the product. This purpose has to be apparent from the presentation of the product
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 III)
- Chemical name
- 1-Phenoxypropan-2-ol (8)
- CAS
- 770-35-4
- Max concentration
- 1.0%
- Product type
- Only for rinse-off products
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 V)
- Chemical name
- 1-Phenoxypropan-2-ol (8)
- CAS
- 770-35-4
- Max concentration
- 2%
- Product type
- Rinse-off products Not to be used in oral products
- Other conditions
- For purposes other than inhibiting the development of micro-organisms in the product. This purpose has to be apparent from the presentation of the product
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 III)
- Chemical name
- 1-Phenoxypropan-2-ol (8)
- CAS
- 770-35-4
- Max concentration
- 1.0%
- Product type
- Only for rinse-off products
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 V)
EAEUNo restrictions
No specific restrictions for PHENOXYISOPROPANOL in Russia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Armenia, Kyrgyzstan.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is PHENOXYISOPROPANOL banned in any country?
PHENOXYISOPROPANOL 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 PHENOXYISOPROPANOL in cosmetics?
PHENOXYISOPROPANOL is restricted or has conditions of use in UAE, Bahrain, Brazil, European Union, Indonesia, South Korea, Kuwait, Malaysia, Oman, Philippines, Qatar, 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 PHENOXYISOPROPANOL in cosmetics?
PHENOXYISOPROPANOL is regulated in 17 markets. It has restrictions in UAE, Bahrain, Brazil, European Union, Indonesia, South Korea, Kuwait, Malaysia, Oman, Philippines, Qatar, 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.