Benzaldehyde
A cosmetic ingredient used as denaturant, flavouring, fragrance in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Benzaldehyde
What does it do?
Benzaldehyde is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Denaturant
makes ethanol in cosmetics unfit for drinking — required by regulation when alcohol is used
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Flavouring
adds taste to oral-care products like toothpaste and mouthwash
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Fragrance
provides scent or masks the natural odour of other ingredients
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Perfuming
adds scent to a cosmetic product
EU regulatory status
Benzaldehyde 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 Benzaldehyde?
Benzaldehyde is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Benzaldehyde
Is Benzaldehyde allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Benzaldehyde is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Benzaldehyde do in cosmetic products?
Benzaldehyde is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: denaturant, flavouring, fragrance, perfuming.
What is the CAS number of Benzaldehyde?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Benzaldehyde is 100-52-7.
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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