Chloroxylenol
Phenol and Derivatives
Sold as Ultra · Ecolab · dishwashing · DigiClean E · Members Mark
- Drug class
- Phenol and Derivatives
- Availability
- Over-the-counter
- Routes
- Topical, Cutaneous, Topical (Commercial)
- Markets covered
- 3
- Products on record
- 47
- FDA reports (12 mo)
- 2
Overview
Plain-language summary, compiled from the cited regulatory records
Chloroxylenol is an active ingredient classified as a Phenol and Derivative [1]. It is approved for use in handwashing to decrease bacteria on the skin [1].
This ingredient is available under various brand names, including GOJO RICH PINK Antibacterial Ltn Sp, SENTRY ANTISEPTIC HANDSOAP, and Members Mark [1]. In the past 12 months, there have been 2 adverse event reports associated with products containing chloroxylenol [2]. The most frequently reported reactions in these reports were Drug Hypersensitivity and Drug Ineffective [2].
This is not medical advice. Consult a qualified healthcare professional.
Regulatory status by market
| Market | Regulator | Products | Last revision |
|---|---|---|---|
| US United States | FDA | 33 | May 11, 2026 |
| CA Canada | Health Canada | 13 | March 19, 2026 |
| GB United Kingdom | MHRA | 1 | February 17, 2025 |
USUnited States· FDA
33 products
Uses
Significantly reduces the number of micro-organisms on the hands and forearms prior to surgery.
How to take
CACanada· Health Canada
13 products
13 products on record with this regulator. Detailed label text (uses, dosage, side effects) is being ingested — the original document is linked under Sources [2].
GBUnited Kingdom· MHRA
1 product
1 product on record with this regulator. Detailed label text (uses, dosage, side effects) is being ingested — the original document is linked under Sources [3].
Sources & citations
- [1]FDA DailyMed · 125b3c3b-0a3a-9f… · revised January 8, 2026 [PDF]
- [2]Health Canada (DPD) · 00373435 · revised March 19, 2026
- [3]MHRA (UK) · PL000630766 · revised February 17, 2025
- [4]OpenFDA adverse-event reports (US), 12 months ending June 4, 2026.
Information on this page is compiled from public regulatory records. Drugvu is not affiliated with any regulator or pharmaceutical manufacturer. This is not medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional.