CHLORHEXIDINE DIHYDROCHLORIDE is graded B** (Low Concern) by Expert·ING, based on COSING regulatory data. It is restricted under Health Canada (Restricted).
CHLORHEXIDINE DIHYDROCHLORIDE
Safety grade: B**
This preservative is permitted in EU cosmetics up to a maximum concentration under EU Cosmetics Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009. To be sold legally in the EU or UK, a product must stay within this limit.
This ingredient works as a preservative and antimicrobial agent to prevent bacterial and microbial growth in cosmetic products, and is especially valued in oral care formulations for its ability to reduce mouth bacteria and support oral hygiene.
Graded using: COSING.
- Health Canada — Restricted
- EU COSING — Restricted use
Last verified: June 9, 2026
Other Antimicrobial ingredients
- ALCOHOL — Grade A**
- C12-15 ALKYL BENZOATE — Grade A
- BENZYL BENZOATE — Grade C
- CETRIMONIUM CHLORIDE — Grade A
- CHLORPHENESIN — Grade B
- CAMELLIA SINENSIS LEAF EXTRACT — Grade A
- HYDROGEN PEROXIDE — Grade C**
- CETYLPYRIDINIUM CHLORIDE — Grade A