Phenylethyl Resorcinol-CAS 85-27-8
Phenylethyl Resorcinol
377 whitening ingredient
cosmetic-grade whitening and antioxidant functional raw material
CAS No. 85-27-8
molecular formula C₁₄H₁₄O₂
molecular weight 214.26
purity ≥99.0%
Phenylethyl Resorcinol-CAS 85-27-8
Phenylethyl Resorcinol-CAS 85-27-8
Phenylethyl Resorcinol is a high-value star whitening active ingredient in the global cosmetic industry, upgraded and optimized based on natural plant-derived structures. It efficiently inhibits tyrosinase activity from the source, blocks melanin synthesis and deposition, and delivers long-lasting brightening and whitening effects. Different from ordinary whitening raw materials, high-purity Phenylethyl Resorcinol has ultra-high whitening activity, mild properties, excellent antioxidant and anti-sensitization effects. It can improve skin dullness, yellowish tone and uneven complexion, while protecting skin from free radical damage. With good formula compatibility and stable efficacy, it is a core versatile raw material for high-end brightening, antioxidant and uniform skincare formulas.

Key Benefits
• Ultra-High Whitening Activity: Strongly inhibits tyrosinase activity, cuts off melanin production at the source, fades pigmentation and brightens dull skin efficiently.
• Excellent Antioxidant Capacity: Scavenges skin free radicals, relieves oxidative dullness, delays skin light aging and maintains translucent skin state.
• Mild & Low Irritation: Optimized molecular structure, non-irritating and non-allergenic, milder than traditional whitening ingredients, suitable for sensitive skincare formulas.
• Superior Transdermal Absorption: Small molecular structure ensures strong skin permeability, improves ingredient utilization rate and enhances skincare efficacy.
• Stable Formula Performance: Resistant to light and heat, not easy to decompose and deactivate, maintains stable efficacy in conventional cosmetic formula systems.
• Strong Compatibility & Synergy: Compatible with nicotinamide, alpha arbutin, VC and other whitening ingredients to achieve synergistic brightening effects.
Applications
• Whitening & Brightening Skincare Products: Core ingredient for whitening essence, brightening toner, spot-fading cream and uniform skin tone skincare products to improve dull and yellow skin.
• Antioxidant Anti-Aging Cosmetics: Applied in antioxidant serums and light anti-aging formulas to resist free radical damage and improve skin rough and dull problems.
• Sensitive Skin Gentle Care Products: Added in mild soothing skincare formulas to brighten skin while stabilizing fragile skin and reducing sensitivity.
• High-End Functional Compound Formulas: Matched with multiple whitening and repairing ingredients to develop high-efficiency multi-effect brightening skincare products.
• Daily Brightening Makeup Base: Suitable for pre-makeup lotion and light base formulas to improve skin tone uniformity and enhance skin translucency.
Certificate Of Analysis (COA)
Test Item | Standard Specification | Test Result | Test Method |
Product Name | Phenylethyl Resorcinol | Compliant | Visual Verification |
CAS No. | 85-27-8 | Compliant | Document Verification |
Appearance | White to Off-White Fine Crystalline Powder | Compliant | Visual Inspection |
Purity (HPLC) | ≥99.0% | 99.63% | High Performance Liquid Chromatography |
Loss on Drying | ≤0.5% | 0.18% | Drying Weight Loss Method |
Residue on Ignition | ≤0.1% | 0.06% | High Temperature Ignition Method |
Heavy Metal (Pb) | ≤10ppm | <5ppm | Atomic Absorption Spectrometry |
Arsenic (As) | ≤2ppm | <1ppm | Atomic Absorption Spectrometry |
Total Microbial Count | ≤100CFU/g | Compliant | Microbial Culture Method |
Conclusion | Conforms to Global Cosmetic Grade Standards | Qualified | Comprehensive Detection |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
• Q1: What global cosmetic safety standards does your product comply with? A1: It meets EU SCCS, US FDA and China NMPA cosmetic grade regulations for global sales.
• Q2: What is the MOQ and stock delivery status? A2: MOQ is 1KG, sufficient spot stock supports bulk orders and fast global delivery.
• Q3: What formula systems is Phenylethyl Resorcinol suitable for? A3: Adaptable to oil-phase, water-phase and water-oil dual-phase cosmetic skincare formulas.
• Q4: How to store to ensure long-term ingredient stability? A4: Seal and store in cool, dry and dark environment with a 24-month shelf life.
• Q5: Can you provide complete export certification documents? A5: Full set of COA, MSDS, test reports and customs clearance documents are available.
• Q6: What is the recommended cosmetic addition ratio? A6: Conventional addition ratio is 0.1%-0.5%, adjustable according to product formula demands.
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