Benzyl Salicylate
✓ EU AllowedIdentification
CAS Number 118-58-1
EINECS / EC 204-262-9
CosIng Ref 32159
Chemical Name benzyl 2-hydroxybenzoate
IUPAC Name —
Formula C14H12O3
Mol. Weight 228.24 g/mol
SMILES C1=CC=C(C=C1)COC(=O)C2=CC=CC=C2O
InChIKey ZCTQGTTXIYCGGC-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Function & Classification
Primary Function UV Absorber
Secondary Functions LIGHT STABILIZER
Origin Synthetic
Category UV Filters
EU Regulatory Status
Safety Profile
2 / 10
EU Fragrance Allergen One of 26 EU-mandated fragrance allergens — must be labeled separately per EU Cosmetics Regulation.
Comedogenic Rating: 0/5
Will not clog pores — safe for acne-prone skin
Skin Type Compatibility
Acne-Prone ✓ Safe
Fungal Acne Safe ✓ Safe
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Formulation Guidelines
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