Phenoxyethanol and Triethylene glycol is a paraben free, thiazolinone free and formaldehyde free ready to use preservative blend. Phenoxyethanol is a versatile, widely used preservative for personal care formulations. Triethylene glycol is used as an adjuvant to increase the effectiveness of active ingredients, reduce surface activity, make products easier to apply or to allow several actives to be mixed into a single solution. Tests have shown that Phenoxyethanol in combination with triethylene glycol demonstrated a significant increase in antimicrobial activity compared to phenoxyethanol alone. It is an exact alternative to Iscaguard PEG.
Phenoxyethanol and Triethylene glycol is effective at 0.2% to 1.0% in many formulation types.
INCI Name
Phenoxyethanol and Triethylene glycol
Specifications
Appearance Colourless Liquid
Odour Faint
Flash Point 121°C
Relative Density 1.1 g/cm3
Effective pH Range 3 to 9
Solubility
Water >2.4%
Glycols miscible
Alcohol miscible
Recommended Applications
- Shampoo & Shower Gel (Rinse Off)
- Cream & lotions (Leave on)
- Wet Wipes
- O/W Emulsions
- W/O Emulsions
- Eye Care
- Lip Care
- Oral Care
- Baby Care under 3 years
Recommended Use
Phenoxyethanol and Triethylene glycol is soluble in water at >2.4% – significantly higher than the typical use concentrations. Gentle warming (40°C) may be required to speed dissolution in formulations with high water contents.
Leaven on : 0.4% to 1.11%
Rinse off : 0.4% to 1.11%
Packing
25Kg Carboy & 200 Kg Drums
Storage
We recommend storage in a tightly closed container. Store in a cool, dry, well- ventilated area away from incompatible substances.
Caution
Do not apply directly onto your skin. It is dangerous if swallowed. It also causes serious eye irritaion. (This product should be added to a formulation at the recommended usage rate)