Benzyl Alcohol
A cosmetic ingredient used as perfuming, preservative, solvent in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Benzyl alcohol
What does it do?
Benzyl Alcohol is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Perfuming
adds scent to a cosmetic product
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Preservative
prevents microbial growth in cosmetic products, extending shelf life and protecting users
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Solvent
dissolves other ingredients into a uniform liquid phase
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Viscosity controlling
adjusts the thickness or flow of a formulation
EU regulatory status
This ingredient is restricted in the European Union.
Benzyl Alcohol is listed under Annex III of EU Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009 (entry 45). It is permitted only under specific conditions, concentration limits, or in particular product types.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Benzyl Alcohol?
Benzyl Alcohol is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Benzyl alcohol
Is Benzyl Alcohol allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Only with restrictions. Benzyl Alcohol is permitted in EU cosmetics only under specific conditions defined in Annex III of Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Benzyl Alcohol do in cosmetic products?
Benzyl Alcohol is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: perfuming, preservative, solvent, viscosity controlling.
What is the CAS number of Benzyl Alcohol?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Benzyl Alcohol is 100-51-6.
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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: 10/08/2020