Ingredient
SODIUM P-CHLORO-M-CRESOL
Name / description
p-Chloro-m-Cresol, 4-Chloro-3-methylphenol; Sodium Salt
Function(s) of this ingredient in cosmetic products
ANTIMICROBIAL
Helps control the growth of micro-organisms (eg bacteria and fungi)
Occurrence in cosmetics
In a few cosmetic products
Occurrence in other products
Medicinal products and medical devices, colourants and glues, industrial biocides, leatherware, packaging
Further information
For the clarification of a suspicion of a contact allergy this substance can be routinely tested at the dermatologist in the epicutaneous test.