Tel: +86 13962653966 | Email： sales@szeasychem.com
Tel: +86 13962653966 | Email： sales@szeasychem.com
In modern personal care and home care formulations, microbial protection is non-negotiable. Whether you produce creams, shampoos, wet wipes, or liquid cleaners, every water-based system requires a safe and reliable preservative.
Among today’s most trusted systems, PE91 preservative (phenoxyethanol ethylhexylglycerin blend) has become one of the most widely used paraben-free cosmetic preservatives worldwide.
If you are searching for:
a global regulatory compliant solution
a cost-effective alternative to premium branded systems
or a stable preservative for lotions, wipes, and surfactant systems
then PE91 preservative is very likely your best choice.
This guide explains everything you need to know — from chemistry and mechanism to dosage, formulation tips, comparisons, safety, and sourcing.
PE91 preservative is a liquid blend composed of:
Phenoxyethanol – primary antimicrobial agent
Ethylhexylglycerin – booster and skin-conditioning agent
Together, they form a broad-spectrum preservative system that protects formulations against:
Gram-positive bacteria
Gram-negative bacteria
Yeast
Mold
Phenoxyethanol disrupts microbial cell membranes and blocks metabolic activity.
Ethylhexylglycerin enhances penetration and boosts efficacy, allowing lower total dosage.
Result:
✔ Strong protection
✔ Low irritation
✔ Wide compatibility
✔ Excellent cost performance
👉 Product page:
/preservative/pe91/
Over the last decade, brands have moved away from parabens and formaldehyde donors. This shift created strong demand for phenoxyethanol ethylhexylglycerin preservative systems.
Ideal for “clean beauty” and natural marketing claims.
Suitable for baby care and sensitive skin products.
Single system covers bacteria + fungi.
Works with:
surfactants
emulsions
gels
wipes
alcohol systems
Liquid, water dispersible, heat stable.
Alternative to premium branded blends.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Colorless to light yellow liquid |
| Solubility | Water dispersible |
| Recommended dosage | 0.5–1.0% |
| pH range | 3–10 |
| Heat stability | Up to 80–85°C |
| Broad spectrum | Yes |
Download documents:
👉 /pe91/downloads/
Phenoxyethanol penetrates microbial membranes.
Cell contents leak → metabolism stops.
Ethylhexylglycerin increases membrane permeability → stronger kill rate.
This synergistic effect is why PE91 preservative requires lower dosage than phenoxyethanol alone.
One major advantage of PE91 preservative is versatility.
👉 /pe91/skincare/
lotions
serums
creams
masks
Benefits:
low odor
non-sensitizing
stable in emulsions
👉 /pe91/wet-wipes/
baby wipes
disinfecting wipes
makeup remover wipes
Benefits:
strong mold resistance
excellent in nonwoven systems
long shelf life
👉 /pe91/shampoo-bodywash/
sulfate free shampoo
shower gel
facial cleanser
Benefits:
compatible with surfactants
stable foam systems
👉 /pe91/home-care/
multi-surface cleaners
laundry liquids
dishwashing liquids
Benefits:
high pH stability
economical dosage
👉 /pe91/sensitive-skin/
baby lotion
fragrance free products
Benefits:
mild
low irritation potential
Typical usage:
| Product type | Dosage |
|---|---|
| Cream/lotion | 0.6–0.8% |
| Shampoo | 0.5–0.7% |
| Wet wipes | 0.8–1.0% |
| Cleaners | 0.6–1.0% |
Add during cool-down phase (<45°C) for best performance.
Full formulation guide:
👉 /guide/pe91-formulation/
safer perception
global acceptance
better marketing
lower dosage
broader spectrum
better stability
similar performance
better price
Comparison tool:
👉 /pe91/compare/
Detailed article:
👉 /guide/pe91-preservative/
PE91 preservative works across:
emulsions
gels
surfactant systems
alcohol products
wipes solutions
Compatible with:
carbomer
xanthan gum
nonionic/anionic surfactants
glycerin
plant extracts
Compatibility chart:
👉 /guide/pe91-compatibility/
Allowed in:
EU
USA
ASEAN
China
Japan
Typical limits:
Phenoxyethanol ≤ 1%
PE91 preservative fits within all major regulations.
Safety overview:
👉 /guide/pe91-safety/
Tips:
Use ≥0.8% for wipes
Maintain pH 4–8 when possible
Combine with chelators (EDTA)
Avoid heavy contamination raw materials
Perform PET test early
Bulk supply:
25kg pail
200kg drum
1000kg IBC
Packaging details:
👉 /pe91/packaging/
Sample request:
👉 /sample/pe91/
Yes.
Yes, widely used.
Yes, very common replacement.
Yes (up to pH 10).
More questions:
👉 /pe91/faq/
See real applications:
👉 /case-study/pe91-wipes/
Examples:
wet wipes factory extended shelf life to 24 months
shampoo brand reduced preservative cost 20%
We provide:
✔ stable quality
✔ competitive pricing
✔ fast lead time
✔ full documentation
✔ formulation support
✔ global shipping
Main product page:
👉 /preservative/pe91/
If you need a safe, broad-spectrum, paraben-free, cost-effective preservative, PE91 preservative (phenoxyethanol ethylhexylglycerin) remains one of the best choices in today’s market.
It combines:
performance
safety
regulatory acceptance
easy formulation
strong ROI
For skincare, wipes, shampoo, or home care systems, PE91 preservative delivers consistent protection with minimal complexity.
👉 Get technical documents: /pe91/downloads/
👉 Request sample: /sample/pe91/
👉 Explore applications: /pe91-guide/
About Us
Easychem – a manufacturer of Suzhou Easy Chemical is a professional preservative manufacturer and chemical ingredients supplier, offering for wide range of industries to global market.
Strategic partner:
Defoamer manufacturer-Invelychem
Contact
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