SODIUM O-PHENYLPHENATE
SODIUM O-PHENYLPHENATE is a cosmetic ingredient classified as Antimicrobial. Also known as CAS 132-27-4. It is regulated in 11 markets including UAE, Bahrain, European Union.
Also Known As
- CAS Number
- 132-27-4, 1322-21-0, 90-43-7
Market Overview — 29 Markets
Detailed Regulations
Europe3 regulations
- Chemical name
- Biphenyl-2-ol; 2-phenylphenol; 2-hydroxybiphenyl, Sodium 2-biphenylate
- CAS
- 90-43-7, 132-27-4
- Max concentration
- (a) 0,2 % (as phenol (b) 0,15 % (as phenol)
- Product type
- (a) Rinse-off products (b) Leave-on products
- Conditions of use
- Avoid contact with eyes.
- Other conditions
- When o-Phenylphenol and Sodium o-Phenylphenate are used together, the combined concentration (as phenol) shall not exceed 0,2 % in rinse-off and 0,15 % in leave-on products. Not to be used in applications that may lead to exposure of the end-user’s lungs by inhalation. Not to be used in oral products.
Source: EC 1223/2009 Annex V
- Chemical name
- Biphenyl-2-ol
- CAS
- 90-43-7
- Max concentration
- (a) 0,2 % (as phenol)
- Product type
- (a) Rinse-off Products
- Conditions of use
- Max: (a) 0,2 % (as phenol) Avoid contact with eyes
Source: UK retained EC 1223/2009 Annex V
- Chemical name
- Biphenyl-2-ol
- CAS
- 90-43-7
- Max concentration
- (b) 0,15 % (as phenol)
- Product type
- (b) Leave-on products
- Conditions of use
- Max: (b) 0,15 % (as phenol) Avoid contact with eyes
Source: UK retained EC 1223/2009 Annex V
AmericasNo restrictions
No specific restrictions for SODIUM O-PHENYLPHENATE in United States, California, Maryland, Washington, Canada, Brazil.
East Asia & Oceania3 regulations
- Chemical name
- Sodium o-Phenylphenate
- Conditions of use
- * 배합한도 : 페놀로서 0.15%
Source: MFDS Korea Cosmetics Regulation
- Chemical name
- Sodium o-phenylphenate
- Max concentration
- 0.15%
- Product type
- Rinse-off (cosmetics washed away after use)
Source: MHLW Standards for Cosmetics (Notification No.331 of 2000)
- Chemical name
- Biphenyl-2-ol, and its salts
- CAS
- 90-43-7/ 132-27-4/ 84145-04-0/ 13707-65-8
- Max concentration
- 0.2 % (以phenol計)
Source: TFDA Cosmetics Regulations
ASEANNo restrictions
No specific restrictions for SODIUM O-PHENYLPHENATE in Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia, Vietnam, Philippines.
GCC6 regulations
- Chemical name
- Biphenyl-2-ol; 2-phenylphenol; 2-hydroxybiphenyl, Sodium 2-biphenylate
- CAS
- 90-43-7, 132-27-4
- Max concentration
- (a) 0,2 % (as phenol (b) 0,15 % (as phenol)
- Product type
- (a) Rinse-off products (b) Leave-on products
- Conditions of use
- Avoid contact with eyes.
- Other conditions
- When o-Phenylphenol and Sodium o-Phenylphenate are used together, the combined concentration (as phenol) shall not exceed 0,2 % in rinse-off and 0,15 % in leave-on products. Not to be used in applications that may lead to exposure of the end-user’s lungs by inhalation. Not to be used in oral products.
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 V)
- Chemical name
- Biphenyl-2-ol; 2-phenylphenol; 2-hydroxybiphenyl, Sodium 2-biphenylate
- CAS
- 90-43-7, 132-27-4
- Max concentration
- (a) 0,2 % (as phenol (b) 0,15 % (as phenol)
- Product type
- (a) Rinse-off products (b) Leave-on products
- Conditions of use
- Avoid contact with eyes.
- Other conditions
- When o-Phenylphenol and Sodium o-Phenylphenate are used together, the combined concentration (as phenol) shall not exceed 0,2 % in rinse-off and 0,15 % in leave-on products. Not to be used in applications that may lead to exposure of the end-user’s lungs by inhalation. Not to be used in oral products.
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 V)
- Chemical name
- Biphenyl-2-ol; 2-phenylphenol; 2-hydroxybiphenyl, Sodium 2-biphenylate
- CAS
- 90-43-7, 132-27-4
- Max concentration
- (a) 0,2 % (as phenol (b) 0,15 % (as phenol)
- Product type
- (a) Rinse-off products (b) Leave-on products
- Conditions of use
- Avoid contact with eyes.
- Other conditions
- When o-Phenylphenol and Sodium o-Phenylphenate are used together, the combined concentration (as phenol) shall not exceed 0,2 % in rinse-off and 0,15 % in leave-on products. Not to be used in applications that may lead to exposure of the end-user’s lungs by inhalation. Not to be used in oral products.
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 V)
- Chemical name
- Biphenyl-2-ol; 2-phenylphenol; 2-hydroxybiphenyl, Sodium 2-biphenylate
- CAS
- 90-43-7, 132-27-4
- Max concentration
- (a) 0,2 % (as phenol (b) 0,15 % (as phenol)
- Product type
- (a) Rinse-off products (b) Leave-on products
- Conditions of use
- Avoid contact with eyes.
- Other conditions
- When o-Phenylphenol and Sodium o-Phenylphenate are used together, the combined concentration (as phenol) shall not exceed 0,2 % in rinse-off and 0,15 % in leave-on products. Not to be used in applications that may lead to exposure of the end-user’s lungs by inhalation. Not to be used in oral products.
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 V)
- Chemical name
- Biphenyl-2-ol; 2-phenylphenol; 2-hydroxybiphenyl, Sodium 2-biphenylate
- CAS
- 90-43-7, 132-27-4
- Max concentration
- (a) 0,2 % (as phenol (b) 0,15 % (as phenol)
- Product type
- (a) Rinse-off products (b) Leave-on products
- Conditions of use
- Avoid contact with eyes.
- Other conditions
- When o-Phenylphenol and Sodium o-Phenylphenate are used together, the combined concentration (as phenol) shall not exceed 0,2 % in rinse-off and 0,15 % in leave-on products. Not to be used in applications that may lead to exposure of the end-user’s lungs by inhalation. Not to be used in oral products.
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 V)
- Chemical name
- Biphenyl-2-ol; 2-phenylphenol; 2-hydroxybiphenyl, Sodium 2-biphenylate
- CAS
- 90-43-7, 132-27-4
- Max concentration
- (a) 0,2 % (as phenol (b) 0,15 % (as phenol)
- Product type
- (a) Rinse-off products (b) Leave-on products
- Conditions of use
- Avoid contact with eyes.
- Other conditions
- When o-Phenylphenol and Sodium o-Phenylphenate are used together, the combined concentration (as phenol) shall not exceed 0,2 % in rinse-off and 0,15 % in leave-on products. Not to be used in applications that may lead to exposure of the end-user’s lungs by inhalation. Not to be used in oral products.
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 V)
EAEUNo restrictions
No specific restrictions for SODIUM O-PHENYLPHENATE in Russia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Armenia, Kyrgyzstan.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is SODIUM O-PHENYLPHENATE banned in any country?
SODIUM O-PHENYLPHENATE 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 SODIUM O-PHENYLPHENATE in cosmetics?
SODIUM O-PHENYLPHENATE is restricted or has conditions of use in UAE, Bahrain, European Union, Japan, South Korea, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Taiwan, United Kingdom. Restrictions may include maximum concentration limits, product type limitations, or mandatory labeling requirements. See the detailed regulations above for specifics.
Can I use SODIUM O-PHENYLPHENATE in cosmetics?
SODIUM O-PHENYLPHENATE is regulated in 11 markets. It has restrictions in UAE, Bahrain, European Union, Japan, South Korea, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Taiwan, United Kingdom. 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.