The Basics On Chlorphenesin
What is Chlorphenesin?
Type of alcohol used as a preservative.
What are other names for Chlorphenesin?
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 Chlorphenesin used for?
Chlorphenesin is a synthetic preservative used in skin care as a cosmetic biocide. Most commonly, chlorphenesin is incorporated into cosmetics as a method of preventing bacteria contamination, which may help to prolong product quality and longevity.
How Chlorphenesin is classified
Preservatives
Recommendations for using Chlorphenesin during pregnancy and breastfeeding
Limited data suggests no known risk
Chlorphenesin During Pregnancy
What we know about using Chlorphenesin while pregnant or breastfeeding
Limited information available.
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General safety info about Chlorphenesin from CIR
No report found.
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Products where you might find Chlorphenesin
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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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