The Basics On Chlorophene
What is Chlorophene?
Used as a preservative in cosmetics.
What are other names for Chlorophene?
1,2-PROPANEDIOL, 3-(4-CHLOROPHENOXY)-, 3-(4-CHLOROPHENOXY)- 1,2-PROPANEDIOL, 3-(4-CHLOROPHENOXY)-1,2-PROPANEDIOL, CHLORPHENESIN, P-CHLOROPHENYL GLYCERYL ETHER, and PCHLOROPHENYLALPHAGLYCERYL ETHER (SAME AS CHLORPHENESIN)
What is Chlorophene used for?
Dichlorophene and Chlorophene help to cleanse the skin or to prevent odor by destroying or inhibiting the growth of microorganisms. Chlorophene also prevents or retards bacterial growth, and thus protects cosmetics and personal care products from spoilage.
How Chlorophene is classified
Preservatives
Recommendations for using Chlorophene during pregnancy and breastfeeding
Limited data suggests no known risk
Chlorophene During Pregnancy
What we know about using Chlorophene while pregnant or breastfeeding
Limited information available.
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General safety info about Chlorophene from CIR
No report found.
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Products where you might find Chlorophene
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List of References
General sources: Drugs and Lactation Database (LactMed) [Internet]. Bethesda (MD): National Library of Medicine (US); 2006-. Available from: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK501922/
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