CHLOROPHENE is graded F** (Banned) by Expert·ING, based on COSING regulatory data. It is restricted under EU COSING — AnnexII.
CHLOROPHENE
Safety grade: F**
Chlorophene is a synthetic antimicrobial ingredient that helps prevent the growth of bacteria and other microorganisms. It works to keep cosmetic products fresh and safe by stopping unwanted microbial growth.
This ingredient is used in cosmetics as a preservative to prevent bacterial and microbial contamination, helping to extend product shelf life and maintain safety.
Graded using: COSING.
- EU COSING — Prohibited
Last verified: June 7, 2026
Safer alternatives to CHLOROPHENE
- PHENOXYETHANOL — Grade B**. Broad-spectrum preservative preventing bacterial and fungal growth in cosmetics.
- POTASSIUM SORBATE — Grade B. Food-grade preservative effective against bacteria and mold in formulations.
- ALCOHOL — Grade A**. Antimicrobial solvent that prevents microbial contamination and extends shelf life.
- DEHYDROACETIC ACID — Grade B. Preservative system preventing bacterial and fungal spoilage in cosmetic products.
Other CMR Substance ingredients
- CYCLOMETHICONE — Grade F**
- PETROLEUM — Grade F
- FORMALDEHYDE — Grade F
- STYRENE — Grade F**
- TETRAHYDROFURFURYL ALCOHOL — Grade F**
- CHLOROACETAMIDE — Grade F**
Other Antimicrobial ingredients
- 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