Potassium phenoxide (inci)

Author:Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

Last updated on: 29.10.2020

Synonym(s)

CAS number: 100-67-4; Phenol, potassium salt; Potassium benzenolate; Potassium phenolate; Potassium phenolates; Potassium phenoxide

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DefinitionThis section has been translated automatically.

"Potassium..." refers to the element potassium, "phenoxides" to derivatives of phenol, here the potassium salt of phenol.

Potassium phenoxide (molecular formula: C6H5KO) is used in cosmetic formulations. It acts as an antimicrobial substance (helps to inhibit the growth of microorganisms on the skin).

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer