CLIMBAZOLE is graded C (Moderate) by Expert·ING, based on COSING regulatory data. It is restricted under EU COSING (Restricted use).
CLIMBAZOLE
Safety grade: C
This preservative is permitted in EU cosmetics with a maximum concentration limit and usage restrictions under EU Cosmetics Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009. To be sold legally in the EU or UK, a product must meet these conditions.
This ingredient prevents the growth of bacteria and fungi in cosmetic products, acting as a preservative to maintain product safety and extend shelf life.
Graded using: COSING.
- EU COSING — Restricted use
Last verified: June 9, 2026
Safer alternatives to CLIMBAZOLE
- PHENOXYETHANOL — Grade B**. Synthetic preservative that prevents bacterial and fungal growth in cosmetics.
- SORBIC ACID — Grade B. Natural preservative that inhibits growth of bacteria and fungi in products.
- CHLORHEXIDINE DIGLUCONATE — Grade B. Antimicrobial preservative that prevents microbial contamination in cosmetic formulations.
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