C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
✓ EU AllowedIdentification
CAS Number 68411-27-8
EINECS / EC 270-112-4
CosIng Ref 74635
Chemical Name Benzoicacid,C12-15-alkylesters,
Formula C19H30O2
Mol. Weight 290.4 g/mol
Function & Classification
Primary Function Emollient
Secondary Functions SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT; SKIN CONDITIONING
Origin Synthetic
Category Emollients & Esters
Manufacturer Eigenmann & Veronelli S.p.A.
EU Regulatory Status
Safety Profile
1 / 10
Comedogenic Rating: 2/5
Low-moderate risk — use caution if acne-prone
Skin Type Compatibility
Acne-Prone ~ Use Caution
Fungal Acne Safe ✓ Safe
Toxicology Profile
NOAEL 2000 mg/kg bw/day (oral, rat) CIR 2012
Sensitization Non-sensitizer
Genotoxicity Non-genotoxic
Phototoxicity Non-phototoxic
LD₅₀ Oral >2000 mg/kg (rat)
LD₅₀ Dermal >2000 mg/kg (rabbit)
Skin Irritation (Draize) 0.2 / 4.0
Eye Irritation (Draize) 0.5 / 4.0
Formulation Guidelines
Solubility 0,174 g/l
Benefits UV filter solvent; light feel
Suppliers & Documents
Eigenmann & Veronelli S.p.A. 🇮🇹 Italy
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