Sodium Benzoate
A cosmetic ingredient used as anticorrosive, fragrance, preservative in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Sodium benzoate
What does it do?
Sodium Benzoate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Anticorrosive
protects formulations and packaging from corrosion, especially metal components
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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
Sodium 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 Sodium Benzoate?
Sodium Benzoate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Sodium benzoate
Is Sodium Benzoate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Sodium Benzoate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Sodium Benzoate do in cosmetic products?
Sodium Benzoate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: anticorrosive, fragrance, preservative.
What is the CAS number of Sodium Benzoate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Sodium Benzoate is 532-32-1.
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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