Benzoic Acid
Used in cosmetic products as fragrance, preservative and ph adjusters. Benzoic Acid is an aromatic acid.
EU Cosmetics Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009, Annex V/1.
Annex V/1: a) 2.5% (acid) / b) 1.7% (acid) / c) 0.5% (acid)
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IUPAC name: benzoic acid
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What is Benzoic Acid used for in cosmetics?
Benzoic Acid is used in cosmetic products as fragrance, preservative and ph adjusters. Benzoic Acid is an aromatic acid.
Is Benzoic Acid restricted in cosmetics in the EU?
Benzoic Acid is listed in the annexes of EU Cosmetics Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009: Annex V/1 (allowed preservative). Annex V/1: a) 2.5% (acid) / b) 1.7% (acid) / c) 0.5% (acid) Always check the full annex entry for the conditions of use.
What is the CAS number of Benzoic Acid?
Benzoic Acid is listed with CAS number 65-85-0 and EC number 200-618-2.
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