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Benzyl Benzoate
AKA “Ascabiol, Benylate, Benzoic acid, phenylmethyl ester, Novoscabin, Scobenol, benzyl ester”
Synthetic
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Ingredient Facts
Benzyl benzoate
AKA: Ascabiol, Benylate, Benzoic acid, Phenylmethyl ester, Novoscabin, Scobenol, Benzyl ester
Synthetic · Antimicrobial | Perfuming | Solvent · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived
Preservative
Fragrance
Solvent
Synthetic
Clean
A natural-origin preservative that helps keep products fresh while adding subtle fragrance. May cause sensitivity in fragrance-allergic individuals.
Solubility 15.4
Formula
C14H12O2
Mol. Weight
212.24
CAS #
120-51-4
Form
Oil
Plant-Derived
Synthetic. Synthesized from benzoic acid and benzyl alcohol, both derived from petrochemical or natural sources. Produced through esterification reaction between benzoic acid and benzyl alcohol under controlled conditions.
Function
Antimicrobial | Perfuming | Solvent
Benefits
Fights Bacteria
Traditional Use
A naturally occurring compound found in various plants and essential oils, used historically in traditional medicine. In the early 20th century, it was identified and synthetically produced for use as a fragrance component and preservative in cosmetics and pharmaceuticals.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Target
General
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy Safe
Caution
Allergen Warning
⚠️ EU Fragrance Allergen
Allergen Warning
⚠️ EU Fragrance Allergen
EWG Score4
CIR Safety Findings
ewg-4, medical-approval, all-shades-safe, Not Phototoxic
Concentration Guide
Industry Max
Industry typically uses up to 4.0% in leave-on products (2 products reported). Source: CIR Safety Assessment (CIR Seq 574).
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU✔ permitted
JAPAN✔ permitted
CANADA✔ permitted
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Verified Feb 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR