Phenoxyethanol Supplier in Malaysia
- Also known as
- 2-Phenoxyethanol
- Ethylene Glycol Monophenyl Ether
- Phenoxytol
- Phenoxyethyl Alcohol
Phenoxyethanol supplier for personal-care, pharmaceutical and technical manufacturers in Malaysia. Also called 2-phenoxyethanol, ethylene glycol monophenyl ether and phenoxytol (CAS 122-99-6), it is a clear, slightly oily liquid with a faint rose-like scent used as a preservative, solvent and co-solvent.
Buyers typically select cosmetic-grade material for skincare, makeup and rinse-off formulations, or a technical grade where the material acts mainly as a solvent or process aid. Phenoxyethanol dissolves in water, alcohols and many oils, which is why formulators use it both as a preservative booster and as a carrier solvent.
Personal-care manufacturers use it to preserve creams, lotions, serums and colour cosmetics, often alongside a second preservative system. Pharmaceutical and topical formulators use suitable grades as solvents or preservatives, while ink and dye producers use it as a solvent and fixative. In aquaculture it is also applied as a handling anaesthetic for shrimp and finfish.
Send the required grade, purity target, application, quantity and delivery location with your enquiry. Availability, packing, documentation and delivery timing are confirmed with the quotation.
- CAS number
- 122-99-6
- Formula
- C8H10O2
- Grade
- cosmetic, technical
- Appearance
- clear, slightly oily liquid with a faint rose-like scent
Phenoxyethanol grades and forms
We supply several forms to suit different formulating and dosing setups. If you need a size that is not listed, ask us.
| Grade | Form | Assay | Typical use | Packing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cosmetic-grade phenoxyethanol | clear liquid | high-purity cosmetic specification | Broad-spectrum preservative and co-solvent in skincare, makeup, rinse-off and leave-on personal-care formulations. | Confirm the required pack format with the quotation. |
| Technical-grade phenoxyethanol | clear liquid | technical solvent specification | Solvent, co-solvent and process aid in inks, dyes, coatings and other technical formulations where cosmetic documentation is not required. | Confirm the required pack format with the quotation. |
How to buy phenoxyethanol from ChemTrade
Request a quote for phenoxyethanol
Use the form below to request a quotation. You can also email sales@chemtrademalaysia.com or send us a message on WhatsApp.
Specifications
| Parameter | Value | Method |
|---|---|---|
| Appearance | clear, slightly oily liquid with a faint rose-like scent | — |
| Solubility | soluble in water, alcohol and oils | — |
| CAS number | 122-99-6 | — |
| Molecular formula | C8H10O2 | — |
| Grade controls | purity, residual phenol, colour, water content and odour confirmed against the required grade | — |
Phenoxyethanol applications
Safety and handling
- Classification
- irritant
Store sealed in a cool, dry place away from incompatible substances. Concentrated material can irritate skin and eyes; use gloves and safety glasses, and rinse thoroughly with water on contact.
Common questions about phenoxyethanol
Are phenoxyethanol and 2-phenoxyethanol the same product?
Yes. Phenoxyethanol, 2-phenoxyethanol, ethylene glycol monophenyl ether and phenoxytol are common names for the same aromatic glycol ether, CAS 122-99-6. State the grade and specification in the enquiry because cosmetic and technical material are sold to different controls.
Which phenoxyethanol grade should I request?
Cosmetic-grade material is the usual choice for skincare, makeup and other personal-care preservative systems. Technical grade is selected when the product is mainly a solvent or process aid and cosmetic documentation is not required. Pharmaceutical use should quote the monograph or in-house specification that applies.
What specifications should a buyer provide for phenoxyethanol?
State the intended application and any required limits for purity, residual phenol, colour, water content and odour. For an existing formulation, include the current specification or a representative sample requirement so the quoted grade can be matched more closely.
Is phenoxyethanol used only as a cosmetic preservative?
No. It is widely used as a preservative and co-solvent in personal care, and suitable grades also serve as solvents or preservatives in selected pharmaceutical and topical products. Technical buyers use it as a solvent or fixative in inks and dyes, and aquaculture operations may use it as a handling anaesthetic for shrimp and finfish.
Can documentation and packing be requested with the quotation?
Yes. List the required product documents and preferred pack format in the enquiry. Available documentation, packing and commercial details are confirmed for the quoted grade.
What details are needed for a phenoxyethanol price enquiry?
Provide the grade, application, target specification, quantity and delivery location. Mention any preferred pack size, documentation needs and required timing so the quotation can address the complete requirement.