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BROMOCHLOROPHENE.

Optional CAS 15435-29-7 / ANTIMICROBIAL, DEODORANT, PRESERVATIVE

A halogenated phenolic compound that serves triple duty as an antimicrobial agent, preservative, and deodorizer in skincare formulations. This lipophilic ingredient effectively controls bacterial and fungal growth on skin surfaces while maintaining stability across a wide pH range.

antimicrobial deodorant preservative

Science

Disrupts microbial cell membranes and inhibits essential enzyme activity, preventing bacterial multiplication and surface aggregation while controlling odor-causing microorganisms


Research

Medium confidence
Effective range 0.1–0.1%
Optimal

0.1%

Key findings

  1. 01 Clinical evaluation at 0.1% demonstrated significant antimicrobial activity against S. mutans, S. sanguis, and C. albicans in dental formulations
  2. 02 Pharmacokinetic studies at 1.0% showed formulation-dependent dermal absorption: 12.20% bioavailability in gels versus 4.65% in creams

Transparency

Not commonly dusted

Regulated preservative with clear maximum concentration limits; not typically subject to marketing dusting practices


The Formula

Solubility
Oil
Optimal pH 5 – 8
0 7 14

Stability

Highly lipophilic (LogP ~6.12) with water solubility <0.01 g/L; remains stable in emulsions but efficacy decreases above pH 7.56 due to ionization

Synergies

  • Fluoride compounds for enhanced antimicrobial activity

Conflicts

  • Non-ionic surfactants (particularly Polysorbate 80)
  • Lecithin
  • Strongly alkaline formulations

Safety

CIR Status
Not reviewed
Max tested
0.1%
Sensitization risk Low

EU Annex V and South Korean regulations permit up to 0.1% in finished products; FDA restricts systemic exposure due to potential androgen receptor antagonism observed in vitro


Your Skin

Yes Normal
Yes Dry
Yes Oily
No Sensitive
Irritancy Low
Comedogenicity Low

Our Assessment

Optional

Effective antimicrobial preservative with regulatory approval, but limited to non-sensitive skin types and specific formulation requirements.


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