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Phenoxyethanol (Ethylene Glycol Monophenyl Ether)

PE / PhE
CAS 122-99-6 · Formula C8H10O2 · MW 138.16 g/mol

A glycol-ether preservative that controls microbial growth across a broad pH range in personal-care products. It is widely used as a preservative in cosmetic and personal-care formulations, as a perfume fixative, and as a solvent for dyes, inks and resins.

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HS Code
2909.49
At a Glance
Material Family
Specialty Additives
Record Type
Pure compound
Primary Role
Biocidal Action · Preservation
Functional Roles
Biocidal Action Preservation Solvency
INCI Name
PHENOXYETHANOL
CosIng Functions
ANTIMICROBIALPRESERVATIVE
Industries Served
Agriculture Beauty & Personal Care
Applications & Use Cases
  • ▸ Preservation: preservative for cosmetic and personal-care formulations
  • ▸ Fragrance: fixative for perfumes and fragrance compounds
  • ▸ Solvent: solvent for dyes, inks and resins
Physical Properties
Melting Point
14 °C
Boiling Point
245 °C at 760 mmHg
Density
1.104
Solubility
10 to 50 mg/mL at 20 °C
Vapor Pressure
< 0.01 mmHg at 20 °C; 1 mmHg at 78 °C
Flash Point
121 °C
Safety & Handling
Full SDS available on request

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HS / Tariff Classification
Harmonized System (HS) Code — 6-digit international heading
2909 . 49
Chapter 29
Organic chemicals
Heading 29.09
Internationally harmonized (WCO HS)
Subheading 2909.49
6-digit international code — national tariff line adds further digits
Chemical Identity
CAS Number
122-99-6
Molecular Formula
C8H10O2
Molecular Weight
138.16 g/mol
IUPAC Name
2-phenoxyethanol
INCI Name
PHENOXYETHANOL
PubChem CID
31236
InChI Key
QCDWFXQBSFUVSP-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Synonyms & Trade Names
2-PHENOXYETHANOL Phenoxyethanol Ethylene glycol monophenyl ether Phenyl cellosolve Phenoxethol Phenoxytol Ethanol, 2-phenoxy- 2-Phenoxyethan-1-Ol Phenoxetol Ethylene glycol phenyl ether Rose ether Phenoxyethyl alcohol 1-Hydroxy-2-phenoxyethane Arosol Phenylmonoglycol ether 2-Phenoxyethyl alcohol Dowanol EP Dowanol EPH Glycol monophenyl ether
Full Description

Phenoxyethanol (CAS 122-99-6), the monophenyl ether of ethylene glycol, is supplied as a clear preservative-grade liquid. It is widely used as a preservative in cosmetic and personal-care formulations, as a perfume fixative, and as a solvent for dyes, inks and resins.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is phenoxyethanol used for?

Phenoxyethanol (CAS 122-99-6), the monophenyl ether of ethylene glycol, is supplied as a clear preservative-grade liquid. It is widely used as a preservative in cosmetic and personal-care formulations, as a perfume fixative, and as a solvent for dyes, inks and resins.

Is phenoxyethanol an alcohol?

Phenoxyethanol contains a hydroxyl group and is technically a glycol ether, specifically the monophenyl ether of ethylene glycol (formula C8H10O2, CAS 122-99-6). It is functionally distinct from simple alcohols like ethanol and is supplied as a preservative and solvent.

What is phenoxyethanol made from?

Phenoxyethanol is the monophenyl ether of ethylene glycol, formed by combining phenol with ethylene oxide / ethylene glycol chemistry. It is supplied as a clear preservative-grade liquid under CAS 122-99-6.

How is bulk phenoxyethanol packaged?

Phenoxyethanol carries HS code 2909.49 and is supplied as a preservative-grade liquid in bulk packaging (drums/totes). It has no assigned UN number in this listing; contact RawSource for available packaging and the SDS to confirm handling for your use.

What is the cost of bulk phenoxyethanol?

Pricing depends on grade, volume, and packaging. Request a bulk quote with your required quantity rather than relying on a list price, and we will return current pricing with the CoA and SDS.

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