Allowed in EU

Sucrose Benzoate

A cosmetic ingredient used as film forming, plasticiser in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

.alpha.-d-Glucopyranoside, .beta.-d-fructofuranosyl, benzoate

What does it do?

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

  • Film forming

    forms a thin continuous film on skin, hair, or nails — used in long-wear makeup, sunscreens, and hairsprays

  • Plasticiser

    adds flexibility to film-forming polymers, e.g. in nail polish or mascara

EU regulatory status

Sucrose 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 Sucrose Benzoate?

Sucrose Benzoate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. .alpha.-d-Glucopyranoside, .beta.-d-fructofuranosyl, benzoate

Is Sucrose Benzoate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

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

What does Sucrose Benzoate do in cosmetic products?

Sucrose Benzoate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: film forming, plasticiser.

What is the CAS number of Sucrose Benzoate?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Sucrose Benzoate is 12738-64-6.

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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: 15/10/2010