Solvent

Benzyl Benzoate

Also known as: BB, Benzoic acid benzyl ester

IFRA Restriction

This is the maximum allowed percentage of this material in the total finished product, not in the fragrance concentrate.

For example, if a fine fragrance (Category 4A) contains 20% fragrance oil, and IFRA allows 10% of this material, the material can be up to 50% of the fragrance concentrate (10% ÷ 20% = 50%).

EU Allergen

This ingredient is classified as an EU allergen under the Cosmetics Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009.

Labeling thresholds:

  • 0.001% in leave-on products
  • 0.01% in rinse-off products
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CAS 120-51-4

About Benzyl Benzoate

A versatile solvent and fixative with a faint balsamic odor. Commonly used to dissolve absolutes and resinoids.

Molecular Information
Molecular Formula C14H12O2
Molecular Weight 212.24 g/mol
Boiling Point 323.5 °C
Flash Point 148 °C
Density 1.1121 g/cu cm at 25 °C
LogP 3.97
Vapor Pressure 0.000224 [mmHg]
InChIKey SESFRYSPDFLNCH-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Sources: PubChem

Safety Information
Warning

GHS Classification

Acute toxicity, oralHazardous to the aquatic environment, long-term hazard

Hazard Statements

  • H302: Harmful if swallowed
  • H411: Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Sources: PubChem (EU Harmonized Classification)