Phenoxyethanol Supplier in India
Cosmetic, pharmaceutical and industrial grade phenoxyethanol — sourced, tested and exported by Zentish Exim Pvt Ltd
Product Overview
What is Phenoxyethanol?
Phenoxyethanol (CAS 122-99-6) is an aromatic ether alcohol widely used as a broad-spectrum preservative, solvent and antimicrobial agent. It is a clear, slightly viscous liquid with a mild pleasant odour, prized for its low volatility and excellent compatibility with a wide range of cosmetic, pharmaceutical and industrial formulations.
Zentish Exim Pvt Ltd supplies high-purity phenoxyethanol to manufacturers and distributors across the globe. As a dedicatedphenoxyethanol supplier in India, we provide batch-specific Certificates of Analysis (CoA), comprehensive MSDS documentation and consistent quality across every shipment — supporting formulators who rely on a dependable, regulatory-compliant source.
Cosmetic Grade
Preservative for skincare, haircare and personal care products
Pharmaceutical Grade
Antimicrobial preservative for topical and parenteral formulations
Industrial Grade
Solvent for inks, dyes, resins and specialty coatings
High Purity 99%+
Consistent assay, low impurities, batch-to-batch reliability
Product Specifications
Applications
Where Phenoxyethanol is Used
Cosmetics & Personal Care
Creams, lotions, serums, shampoos, conditioners, sunscreens, makeup and deodorants as a broad-spectrum preservative
Pharmaceutical
Topical creams, ointments, solutions, vaccine formulations and parenteral products as an antimicrobial preservative
Industrial
Solvent for inks, dyes, resins, lubricants, cutting fluids and specialty coatings
Household & Hygiene
Liquid soaps, detergents, disinfectants and cleaning formulations
Formulation Insights
Why Formulators Rely on Phenoxyethanol
Phenoxyethanol occupies a unique position in the preservative toolbox: it is effective against a broad spectrum of Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria, as well as moulds and yeasts, while remaining gentle on skin at typical use levels of 0.5–1.0%. Unlike many older preservative systems, it does not release formaldehyde and is compatible with both oil-in-water and water-in-oil emulsions, high-surfactant systems and cold-process manufacturing routes.
For cosmetics and personal care manufacturers moving to paraben-free or "natural" label claims, phenoxyethanol has become the default partner in multi-preservative blends. It is frequently combined with ethylhexylglycerin or caprylyl glycol to enhance antimicrobial coverage and improve the sensory profile of creams, serums and lotions. Because it remains effective across a wide pH window (roughly pH 3–10), formulation teams can finish products with confidence without re-optimising preservative levels at every pH adjustment.
Pharmaceutical manufacturers use phenoxyethanol as the antimicrobial preservative of choice for multidose topical and parenteral preparations, where regulatory monographs demand defined assay, impurity and microbial limits. Industrial users apply it as a high-boiling, low-volatility solvent in inks, dyes and resins, where its slow evaporation rate helps prevent surface defects during drying.
99%+
minimum assay by GC
0.5–1.0%
typical cosmetic use level
24 hrs
quotation turnaround from our export desk
Packaging
Packaging Options for Export
We offer flexible packaging to suit sampling, R&D and commercial-scale requirements:
- 1 kg HDPE bottleQualification sample
- 25 kg HDPE drumR&D / pilot production
- 200 kg HDPE drumCommercial orders
- 1000 kg IBC toteBulk industrial supply
All drums nitrogen-flushed, sealed and labelled per export requirements. Palletized and shrink-wrapped for air and sea shipment.
Storage & Handling
- Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from direct sunlight and ignition sources.
- Keep containers tightly sealed when not in use to prevent contamination and moisture absorption.
- Shelf life: 24 months from date of manufacture under recommended storage conditions.
- Use appropriate PPE — gloves, goggles and protective clothing during handling.
- Follow SDS guidance for spill handling, disposal and emergency response.
Supply Chain
Sourcing & Export Logistics from India
India's phenoxyethanol supply is anchored by established chemistry manufacturers in Gujarat and Maharashtra, who produce the molecule via the Williamson ether synthesis route with strict process control. As your phenoxyethanol supplier in India, Zentish Exim monitors this production base closely, maintains approved-vendor agreements with two independent producers, and holds buffer stock for fast-moving export grades.
Every export consignment leaves our facility with nitrogen-flushed drums, sealed tamper-evident closures and labels carrying batch number, manufacture date and the agreed specification reference. Air freight is typically 7–10 days door to door to major destinations, while sea freight in FCL or LCL containers offers the lowest landed cost for 200 kg and above. We work on FOB, CIF, CFR and DAP incoterms and arrange door-to-door delivery through vetted freight partners in the buyer's country.
Ordering Made Simple
- Share your grade, quantity and destination with our export desk
- Receive a firm quotation with incoterms and lead time within 4 hours
- Approve a 1 kg paid sample with CoA — credited against your first order
- Release the commercial order and track it door to door
Quality
Quality Assurance & Documentation
CoA with Every Batch
Batch-specific Certificate of Analysis covering assay, identity, impurities and physical constants
MSDS / SDS Provided
Latest safety data sheet supplied with every shipment for compliant handling
Regulatory Compliant
Meets cosmetic (EC 1223/2009), USP/NF, EP and industrial specification requirements
Consistent Supply
Long-term supply agreements with certified Indian manufacturers ensure continuity
Why Zentish
Why Buyers Choose Zentish Exim as Their Phenoxyethanol Supplier in India
- Direct manufacturer sourcing— competitive pricing without intermediary markups
- Flexible MOQ— from 1 kg samples to container-scale orders
- Fast quotation— export desk responds within 4 business hours
- Complete export documentation— CoA, MSDS, COO, packing list, invoice
- Consolidated shipping— combine with other chemicals for optimized freight
Export Markets
We regularly supply phenoxyethanol to buyers in:
We support incoterms FOB, CIF, CFR, DAP and door-to-door delivery through trusted freight partners.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Need Phenoxyethanol for Your Formulation?
Request a quote, sample or technical datasheet — our export team responds within 4 hours