Phenostat™

Phenostat™ is a paraben-free traditional preservative blend that can be used to provide cost-effective, broad-spectrum antimicrobial protection.

Brand: Phenostat (1 products)

INCI Name: Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Methylpropanediol, Phenoxyethanol

Functions: Anti-Microbial Agent, Chelating Agent, Preservative

Labeling Claims: Credo Clean Standard, Formaldehyde releasing substances-free, MIT-free, Palm Oil-free, Paraben-free, Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty

Benefit Claims: Antimicrobial, Chelating, Cost Effective, Emolliency, Preservation

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Identification & Functionality

Features & Benefits

Benefit Claims
Labeling Claims
Product Features & Benefits
  • Broad pH range
  • Effective in emulsions, creams and lotions in addition to surfactant-based products such as shower gels, facial cleansers and shampoos
  • Broad spectrum performance
  • Free of parabens, formaldehyde donors, and MIT
Micro Summary
  • Controls bacteria (gram +/-), yeast, and mold
  • Pass results with industry standard tests: EP-A, USP51, and PCPC
  • Pass results with recommended use level at pH 4-8: 1.0 - 1.5% (w/w)

Applications & Uses

Markets
Applications
Application Format
Bath & Shower Applications
Skin Care Applications
Use Level
1 - 1.5% (O/W emulsion), 1 - 1.5% (Cleansers), 1 - 1.5% (Wipe juices), 1 - 1.5% (O/W sunscreens)
Instruction for Use
  • Gently heat to 45 - 50°C
  • Mix well before using.
  • Add to water phase (below 80°C) or during cool down phase (~40°C)

Properties

Physical Form

Regulatory & Compliance

Standards & Certifications
  • Biodegradable
  • Non-palm Derived
  • China IECIC Listed
  • Halal Certified
  • Vegan & Cruelty-free
  • Kosher Compliant

Technical Details & Test Data

Science Behind
  • This preservative system employs traditional preservation alongside the Hurdle Technology approach, utilizing a combination of a traditional preservative with multifunctional ingredients to create a hostile environment for microbial growth.
  • Phenostat™ includes the following multifunctional components to create a complete broad spectrum preservation system:
  1. Caprylhydroxamic Acid: A 100% natural organic acid and chelating agent that prevents the growth of yeast and mold in formulation. Unlike most organic acids used in preservation, caprylhydroxamic acid remains undissociated at neutral pH.
  2. Phenoxyethanol: A traditional preservative
  3. Methylpropanediol: A carrier for ease of formulation