DropPrev® MPB | o-Cymen-5-ol

DropPrev® MPB is a highly effective, colorless, and odorless antimicrobial agent that serves as an excellent preservative in various cosmetic and medical formulations. With anti-bacterial, acne care, and oral care applications, it offers high stability, safety, and a wide range of sterilization effects. Its low-resistance profile and neutral pH make it skin-friendly and suitable for sensitive applications.

INCI Name: o-Cymen-5-ol
Trade Name: DropPrev® MPB
CAS Number: 3228-02-2
Function: Anti-bacterial, Acne Care, Teeth Care

Benefits

1. Broad-Spectrum Antimicrobial Activity:

   • Exhibits significant anti-bacterial efficacy, even against oral biofilms, outperforming triclosan and cetylpyridinium chloride (according to studies by Lion Corporation).

2. Skin and Formulation Safety:

   • Non-irritating, with no reported skin allergies at a 2% concentration.
   • Neutral pH, ensuring compatibility with sensitive skin formulations.

3. Formulation Flexibility:

   • Low odor and taste make it ideal for cosmetic, dental, and industrial products.
   • High stability under light and environmental conditions.

4. Multiple Applications:

   • Can be used in acne care, anti-dandruff formulations, dental plaque treatments, and as an antibacterial deodorant for industrial use.

Suggested Usage

• Concentration: 0.01%–0.1%
• Applications:
  • Cosmetic: Preservatives, fungicides, anti-dandruff agents, acne treatment.
  • Medical: Dental biofilm treatments for periodontosis.
  • Industrial: Cleaning agents and deodorants for indoor environments.
• Method of Incorporation:
  • Due to low water solubility, dissolve in appropriate solvents such as Propylene Glycol or Butyl Glycol before adding to formulations.
  • Do not add directly to the oil phase when used in emulsions.

Features

• Appearance: Transparent, colorless needle-like crystals
• Odor: Tasteless and odorless
• Stability: High stability under light exposure and environmental conditions
• pH Range: Neutral

Specification

• Melting Point: 110–113°C
• Assay (HPLC): ≥99.0%
• Water Content (KF): ≤0.2%
• Residual on Ignition: ≤0.1%
• Heavy Metals (Pb): ≤10 ppm
• Total Impurity (HPLC): ≤1.0%
• Individual Impurity (HPLC): ≤0.5%

Cautions

• Solubility:
  • Limited water solubility; always premix with solvents before use.
• Storage:
  • Store in a sealed container at room temperature, away from moisture and light.

Packaging and Shelf Life

• Packaging: Available in 1 kg, 25 kg, or customizable options.
• Shelf Life: 2 years under proper storage conditions.