Butyl Benzoate
A cosmetic ingredient used as fragrance, preservative in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
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What does it do?
Butyl Benzoate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Fragrance
provides scent or masks the natural odour of other ingredients
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Preservative
prevents microbial growth in cosmetic products, extending shelf life and protecting users
EU regulatory status
Butyl Benzoate is listed in Annex V of EU Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009 as a substance permitted for the corresponding category of use.
Frequently asked questions
What is Butyl Benzoate?
Butyl Benzoate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Butyl benzoate
Is Butyl Benzoate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Butyl Benzoate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Butyl Benzoate do in cosmetic products?
Butyl Benzoate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: fragrance, preservative.
What is the CAS number of Butyl Benzoate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Butyl Benzoate is 136-60-7.
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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: 11/08/2020