EU cosmetic limits

Phenoxyisopropanol in EU cosmetics: Annex V, entry 43

Source: Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009, consolidated textRetrieved 2026-11-05Independent information site: we are not the authority and not the source of the data.

Phenoxyisopropanol: maximum concentration in ready for use preparation by product type: Only for rinse-off products: 1,0 %. Annex V, entry 43, Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009, consolidated 18 May 2026.

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Annex
V: List of preservatives allowed in cosmetic products
Reference number
43
Chemical name/INN
1-Phenoxypropan-2-ol (8)
Name of Common Ingredients Glossary
Phenoxyisopropanol
CAS number
770-35-4
EC number
212-222-7
Version
Consolidated version of 18 May 2026
Official source
Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009, consolidated text

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Same CAS number in other entries of the annexes

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