Phenyl Benzoate
Also known as: Phenyl benzoate (aromatic ester)
INCI: Phenyl Benzoate | Function: Fragrance | Type: Fragrance ingredient (aromatic ester)
What Is Phenyl Benzoate?
Phenyl Benzoate 是 phenol 与 benzoic acid 的酯化产物。具有淡淡的芳香和甜香, 在化妆品中用作香料定香剂 (fragrance fixative) 和溶剂。
Key Skin Benefits
- + Fragrance fixative
- + Mild sweet-balsamic scent
- + Good thermal stability
Pros
- + Effective fixative
- + Stable compound
- + Mild scent
Cons
- − Fragrance ingredient — potential sensitizer
- − Synthetic origin
- − No skincare benefits
Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|
| Usage Areas | Face, Body, Hair |
| Product Type | Leave-On, Rinse-Off |
| Source | Synthetic |
| Natural Level | Synthetic |
Safety Ratings
| Metric | Rating |
|---|
| Skin Sensitivity | 1/5 |
| Comedogenic Rating | 0/5 |
| EWG Score | 3/10 |
Regional Regulatory Limits
| Region | Leave-on % | Rinse-off % | Status |
|---|
| EU (CosIng) | No limit | No limit | Allowed — IFRA standard |
| US (CIR/FDA) | No limit | No limit | Allowed |
| Japan (MHLW) | No limit | No limit | Allowed |
| ASEAN | No limit | No limit | Allowed |
| China (NMPA) | No limit | No limit | Allowed |
Typical Usage % by Product Type
| Product Type | Typical % |
|---|
| Perfume base | 0.1–2% |
| Scented lotion | <0.1–0.3% |
References
- EU CosIng Database. https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/
- IFRA Standards Library. https://ifrafragrance.org/
- SpecialChem — Cosmetic database. https://cosmetics.specialchem.com/