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Fragrance

METHYL BENZOATE

CAS 93-58-3
62

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

Methyl benzoate — a sweet, ylang-like fragrance solvent used at low levels. Acceptable in cosmetics within fragrance limits but mildly irritating at concentration.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENTFRAGRANCEPRESERVATIVESOLVENT

Skin benefits

  • Aromatic fragrance ingredient
  • Solvent for fragrance compounds
  • Mild antimicrobial activity

Known concerns

  • GHS acute toxicity (oral) Cat 4
  • Mild skin/eye irritation
  • Fragrance allergen potential

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

PC

PubChem

U.S. NIH compound data, GHS hazard codes and toxicity literature.

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