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Methyl Benzoate

Used in cosmetic products as skin conditioning, emollient, fragrance, preservative and solvent. Methyl Benzoate is the ester of methyl alcohol and benzoic acid.

Allowed preservative

EU Cosmetics Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009, Annex V/1a.

Annex V/1a: 0.5% (acid)

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Methyl benzoate chemical structure, C8H8O2, CAS 93-58-3
Methyl benzoate
CAS 93-58-3C8H8O2
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Methyl benzoate

IUPAC name: methyl benzoate

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Frequently asked questions

What is Methyl Benzoate used for in cosmetics?

Methyl Benzoate is used in cosmetic products as skin conditioning, emollient, fragrance, preservative and solvent. Methyl Benzoate is the ester of methyl alcohol and benzoic acid.

Is Methyl Benzoate restricted in cosmetics in the EU?

Methyl Benzoate is listed in the annexes of EU Cosmetics Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009: Annex V/1a (allowed preservative). Annex V/1a: 0.5% (acid) Always check the full annex entry for the conditions of use.

What is the CAS number of Methyl Benzoate?

Methyl Benzoate is listed with CAS number 93-58-3 and EC number 202-259-7.

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