Benzoic Acid
⚠ EU RestrictedIdentification
CAS Number 65-85-0
EINECS / EC 200-618-2
CosIng Ref 32134
Chemical Name benzoic acid
IUPAC Name —
Formula C7H6O2
Mol. Weight 122.12 g/mol
SMILES C1=CC=C(C=C1)C(=O)O
InChIKey WPYMKLBDIGXBTP-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Function & Classification
Primary Function Preservative
Secondary Functions PRESERVATIVE; pH ADJUSTERS
Category Preservatives
Manufacturer Ashland Inc.
EU Regulatory Status
Max Leave-on 0.5%
Max Rinse-off 0.5%
Restrictions 0.5% as acid; Not in products for children
Conditions of Use Max 0.5% (rinse-off) / 0.5% (leave-on) / 1.7% (oral care, as acid). Not in products for children under 3 years (oral care).
Safety Profile
2 / 10
Skin Type Compatibility
Fungal Acne Safe ✓ Safe
No toxicology data available yet for this ingredient.
Check SCCS opinions or CIR reports for published safety assessments.
NOAEL · Dermal Absorption % · Sensitization
Formulation Guidelines
Benefits mild; cost-effective; strong broad spectrum efficacy; ideal solution for wet wipes; suitable for sensitive applications; added value as humectant
Suppliers & Documents
Ashland Inc. 🌍 USA
Documents