- CAS number
- 120-51-4
- IFRA Standard status
- Concentration restricted
- Products
- 8
Last updated · 05-07-2026Record completeness90%
The information here describes the ingredient in general. Its possible sources may vary and do not necessarily show the origin or form used in a particular YUMA product. For product-specific information, check the relevant product page.
Description
Benzyl benzoate is a viscous liquid with a subtle, sweet balsamic scent. Although it occurs naturally in certain flowers and fruits, benzyl benzoate in fragrances is often synthetically produced. It is added to slow the evaporation of aromatic ingredients, extending the longevity of the fragrance. It plays an important supporting role by helping various aromatic substances dissolve and blend evenly. It functions as a stabilizer and solvent, ensuring the homogeneity, clarity, and stability of the final fragrance while enhancing the harmonious coexistence of the notes.
Reported natural sources
ApricotJasmineClove BudCocoaCinnamonCranberryMushroomCeleryTuberoseHyacinthGreen Bean
Additional information
- Benzyl benzoate is found naturally in many flowers such as jasmine and hyacinth, as well as in foods like honey, cocoa, and apricots.
- Its ability to dissolve and blend aromatic substances makes benzyl benzoate valuable in perfumery, contributing to the creation of harmonious compositions.
- As a fragrance stabilizer, benzyl benzoate helps your favorite scent last longer on the skin by slowing the evaporation of volatile components.
CAS number
120-51-4
Other names
Benzyl benzene carboxylateScabancaPhenylmethyl benzoate SPeruscabinBenylateNovoscabinPhenyl methyl benzoateBenzyl alcohol benzoic esterFCCBenzyl benzoateBenzyl phenyl formate
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IFRA Standard status
The IFRA Standards form an industry self-regulatory system. They may prohibit or restrict the use of particular fragrance ingredients, or set specifications, according to end use. The status below reflects the IFRA data recorded for this ingredient. It is not a product certification and does not replace applicable law or assessment of the finished product.
Concentration restricted (R)
Related IFRA documentIFRA restrictions by category
IFRA categories group end uses by the type and level of exposure. A restriction or maximum concentration applies only to the stated category and does not automatically apply to another use. Check the related IFRA document for the applicable Standard version and its full conditions.
- 1. Lip products and children's toysMax concentration1.7 %
- 2. Deodorants and antiperspirantsMax concentration1.4 %
- 3. Face cosmetics and masksMax concentration0.41 %
Regulatory information
Benzyl benzoate is a fully evaluated and widely used fragrance ingredient. It has been recognized by European Union scientific bodies as a potential skin sensitizer, meaning it has the potential to cause a skin reaction such as redness, rashes, or itching. However, the Research Institute for Fragrance Materials (RIFM) has completed an official safety assessment and concluded that benzyl benzoate is an extremely weak skin sensitizer. Additionally, in an extensive patch test study, 100% of participants reported no reaction to benzyl benzoate.
