ZINC PHENOLSULFONATE is graded C (Moderate) by Expert·ING, based on COSING, FDA regulatory data. It is restricted under EU COSING — AnnexIII-SAFETY-.
ZINC PHENOLSULFONATE
Safety grade: C
This is a zinc-based compound created in the laboratory that combines zinc with a phenol derivative. It's used in personal care products for its ability to fight odor-causing bacteria and reduce excess moisture on skin.
This ingredient works as an antimicrobial agent to kill odor-causing bacteria, an astringent to tighten and dry skin, and a deodorant to reduce perspiration and body odor.
Graded using: COSING, FDA.
- EU COSING — Restricted
Last verified: May 26, 2026
Safer alternatives to ZINC PHENOLSULFONATE
- SODIUM BICARBONATE — Grade A. Alkaline powder that neutralizes odor-causing acids and reduces moisture.
- CETYLPYRIDINIUM CHLORIDE — Grade A. Antimicrobial quaternary ammonium compound that kills odor bacteria and reduces sweating.
- ALUMINUM SESQUICHLOROHYDRATE — Grade A. Aluminum salt antiperspirant that blocks sweat ducts and controls odor like zinc salts.
- ZINC RICINOLEATE — Grade A. Zinc compound that absorbs moisture and neutralizes odor-causing bacteria on skin.
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**