Effective preservative; often combined with phenoxyethanol; well tolerated at permitted levels
Function & Common Use
Preservative
Preservative
Moisturisers, cleansers, toners
Synthetic
Concentration Limits
No formal limit
0.3% max EU
No specific 21 CFR cosmetic limit identified in source checked; EU limit reference: No
No specific MFDS limit identified in source checked; verify if ingredient is used in a Korean functional cosmetic category
Pregnancy: No specific restriction identified in source checked; standard cosmetic use
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Chlorphenesin safe to use in skincare?
Chlorphenesin has a Low concern rating from The Clean Sheet. Effective preservative; often combined with phenoxyethanol; well tolerated at permitted levels
Is Chlorphenesin allowed in India?
Chlorphenesin is currently classified as "Permitted" under Indian cosmetics regulations. The maximum permitted concentration is No formal limit.
What is Chlorphenesin used for in cosmetics?
Chlorphenesin functions as: Preservative. It is commonly found in: Moisturisers, cleansers, toners.
Regulatory Status
Cosmetic preservative; TGA cosmetic use acceptable; ensure compliance with Therapeutic Goods (Cosmetics) Rules 2020 if therapeutic claims are made
Preservative; Health Canada cosmetic ingredient use; no specific NHPID restriction identified in source checked unless therapeutic claims are made
EU Annex: EU Annex V
Identifiers
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