O-Cymen-5-OL (IPMP) is an antifungal preservative used in cosmetics and beauty products to prevent harmful microorganisms from multiplying, thereby extending the shelf life of products. It is a member of the IsopropyI Cresols family and was originally a synthetic crystal. According to research, 0-cymenol-5-ol is also used as a cosmetic fungicide, or as an ingredient to help clear the skin, or to prevent odors by destroying and inhibiting microbial growth.
| Product name | o-Cymen-5-ol |
| Other name | 4-ISOPROPYL-3-METHYLPHENOL; Isopropyl Methylphenol (IPMP); BIOSOL; 3-METHYL-4-ISOPROPYLPHENOL |
| Cas number | 3228-02-2 |
| Appearance | Crystalline powder |
| Melting point | 110~113℃ |
| PH | 6.5-7.0 |
| Assay by HPLC | ≥99.0% |
| Packing | 25kgs/drum or 20kgs/drum |
IPMP product characteristics
● Extensive bactericidal properties, significantly inhibit and kill bacteria, fungi, yeasts and molds
● Effective anti-inflammation, inhibition of Bacillus acnes proliferation, anti-irritation, anti-seborrhea
● Can absorb a certain wavelength of ultraviolet light, with the ability to inhibit oxidation
● Low irritation, no potential induction, no allergic reaction to the skin under the use of concentration
● High safety, no hormones, halogens, heavy metals
● Can be used in pharmaceuticals (common drugs), similar drugs, cosmetics
● Stable compound that can maintain the effect for a long time
IPMP instructions for use:
When mixing macromolecular compounds such as nonionic surfactants, sometimes the bactericidal power will be reduced due to the medium size of the colloidal particles contained or adsorbed on the surfactants. At this time, it is necessary to enhance the efficacy of EDTA2Na and convert to anion system.
After adding camphor or menthol, stirring vigorously will form a eutectic crystal mixture and lead to liquefaction. At this time, please use porous silicon oxide and other oil absorbent for treatment.
Generally, it is used in the weak base to acidic range (depending on the resolution). Strong alkalis may cause causation
The passivation and decreased efficacy of | caused by salt compounds.
Addition amount:
Depending on formula: 0.05~0.1%
Cosmetics, disinfectants, hand-washing disinfectants, oral disinfectants, antibacterial products, functional toothpastes, etc.
1. Cosmetics – preservatives for cream, lipstick, hair spray;
2. Bacterial and fungal skin diseases, oral bactericides, anal drugs, etc.;
3. External products, etc. – topical disinfectant, oral bactericide, hair tonic, anti-acne agent, toothpaste, etc.
Post time: Mar-09-2024