Zinc Phenolsulfonate
A cosmetic ingredient used as antimicrobial, astringent, deodorant in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Zinc bis(4-hydroxybenzenesulphonate)
What does it do?
Zinc Phenolsulfonate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Antimicrobial
kills or inhibits the growth of microorganisms
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Astringent
tightens or contracts skin tissue and pores, often used in toners and after-shave products
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Deodorant
reduces or masks unpleasant body odour
EU regulatory status
This ingredient is restricted in the European Union.
Zinc Phenolsulfonate is listed under Annex III of EU Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009 (entry 25). It is permitted only under specific conditions, concentration limits, or in particular product types.
Frequently asked questions
What is Zinc Phenolsulfonate?
Zinc Phenolsulfonate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Zinc bis(4-hydroxybenzenesulphonate)
Is Zinc Phenolsulfonate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Only with restrictions. Zinc Phenolsulfonate is permitted in EU cosmetics only under specific conditions defined in Annex III of Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Zinc Phenolsulfonate do in cosmetic products?
Zinc Phenolsulfonate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antimicrobial, astringent, deodorant.
What is the CAS number of Zinc Phenolsulfonate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Zinc Phenolsulfonate is 127-82-2.
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Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 15/10/2010