Cosmetic ingredient

BENZYL BENZOATE

Benzyl benzoate is a chemical compound identified by the international name BENZYL BENZOATE and the alternative name Phenylmethyl benzoate. This nomenclature describes an individual substance with its own identity within a cosmetic composition.

Molecular structure of BENZYL BENZOATE
2D molecular structure
CAS number
120-51-4
EC number
204-402-9
Molecular formula
C14H12O2
Molecular weight
212.24
Chemical name
Benzyl benzoate; Phenylmethyl benzoate
InChIKey
SESFRYSPDFLNCH-UHFFFAOYSA-N

BENZYL BENZOATE: what it is

Benzyl benzoate is a chemical compound identified by the international name BENZYL BENZOATE and the alternative name Phenylmethyl benzoate. This nomenclature describes an individual substance with its own identity within a cosmetic composition.

BENZYL BENZOATE: what it does in cosmetics

In a formula, benzyl benzoate can have three roles: antimicrobial, solvent, and perfuming. The same ingredient may therefore participate in antimicrobial control of the composition, act as a solvent, and contribute to the product's scent composition.

BENZYL BENZOATE: conditions and care

The cosmetic use of benzyl benzoate is subject to restriction III/85.

Use limits

Restrictions and conditions of use

Cosmetic restriction
III/85
Catalogue presence

Products containing this ingredient

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