INCI: Benzyl Alcohol · CAS: 100-51-6
Benzyl Alcohol
A naturally-occurring solvent and preservative.
About Benzyl Alcohol
Benzyl Alcohol is a colorless liquid with a mild aromatic odor. It is commonly used as a preservative, solvent, and perfume solvent in cosmetics, skincare, and haircare formulations. Benzyl Alcohol also exhibits antimicrobial properties, making it effective in preventing bacterial growth in personal care products.
Function: preservative, solvent, perfume fixative, antimicrobial agent
Recommended Usage
Skin care: 0.1-1%, effective as a preservative for water-based formulations
Hair care: 0.1-1%, enhances the stability of products and improves antimicrobial efficacy
Regulatory Status
- EU (max 1.0%): Approved as a preservative; included in Annex V of the EU Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009
- US (max No specific maximum): Generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA; maximum usage concentration dependent on application
- ASEAN (max 1.0%): Authorized for use in cosmetics under the ASEAN Cosmetic Directive; usage should align with Good Manufacturing Practices
Suppliers & Distributors
- LANXESS (Manufacturer)
- The Dow Chemical Company (Manufacturer)
- Hubei Greenhome Fine Chemical Co., Ltd. (Manufacturer)
- American International Ingredients (AII) (Distributor)
- Modern Chemical Co. (Distributor)
- MakingCosmetics (Distributor)
Common questions about Benzyl Alcohol
What is Benzyl Alcohol?
A naturally-occurring solvent and preservative.
What is the INCI name for Benzyl Alcohol?
The INCI name for Benzyl Alcohol is Benzyl Alcohol. INCI (International Nomenclature of Cosmetic Ingredients) is the standardized naming system used on cosmetic product labels worldwide.
What is the CAS number for Benzyl Alcohol?
The CAS number for Benzyl Alcohol (Benzyl Alcohol) is 100-51-6. The CAS number is the unique chemical identifier assigned by the Chemical Abstracts Service.
What does Benzyl Alcohol do in cosmetic formulations?
In cosmetic formulations, Benzyl Alcohol (Benzyl Alcohol) functions as: preservative, solvent, perfume fixative, antimicrobial agent.
What percentage of Benzyl Alcohol is typically used in cosmetics?
Typical use levels for Benzyl Alcohol (Benzyl Alcohol) in cosmetic formulations: In skin care: 0.1-1%, effective as a preservative for water-based formulations. In hair care: 0.1-1%, enhances the stability of products and improves antimicrobial efficacy. Always confirm against the supplier's technical data sheet and the regulatory limits for your target market.
Is Benzyl Alcohol allowed in cosmetics in major markets?
Benzyl Alcohol (Benzyl Alcohol) is regulated as follows in major markets: EU (max 1.0%); US (max No specific maximum); ASEAN (max 1.0%). See the Regulatory Status section above for the specific restrictions and conditions in each territory.
Who manufactures Benzyl Alcohol?
Benzyl Alcohol (Benzyl Alcohol) is manufactured by suppliers including LANXESS, The Dow Chemical Company, Hubei Greenhome Fine Chemical Co., Ltd.. Sign in to Chemdex to see full contact details, SDS / TDS documents, and regional offices for every supplier.