Allowed in EU

Amyl Benzoate

A cosmetic ingredient used as fragrance, perfuming in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

Pentyl benzoate

What does it do?

Amyl Benzoate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

Fragrance
provides scent or masks the natural odour of other ingredients
Perfuming
adds scent to a cosmetic product

EU regulatory status

Amyl Benzoate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the European Union under Regulation 1223/2009. It is not subject to a specific Annex restriction at the time of writing.

Frequently asked questions

What is Amyl Benzoate?

Amyl Benzoate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Pentyl benzoate

Is Amyl Benzoate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Amyl Benzoate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Amyl Benzoate do in cosmetic products?

Amyl Benzoate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: fragrance, perfuming.

What is the CAS number of Amyl Benzoate?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Amyl Benzoate is 2049-96-9.

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Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 18/11/2016