BENZYL ALCOHOL
BENZYL ALCOHOL is a cosmetic ingredient classified as Perfuming. Also known as CAS 100-51-6. It is regulated in 17 markets including UAE, Bahrain, Brazil.
Also Known As
- CAS Number
- 100-51-6
Market Overview — 29 Markets
Detailed Regulations
Europe5 regulations
- Chemical name
- Benzyl Alcohol
- CAS
- 100-51-6
- Product type
- (a) Solvent (b) Fragrance/ aromatic compositions/ their raw materials
- Other conditions
- For purposes other than inhibiting the development of microorganisms in the product. This purpose has to be apparent from the presentation of the product. The presence of the substance shall be indicated in the list of ingredients referred to in Article 19(1), point (g), when its concentration exceeds: — 0,001 % in leave-on products — 0,01 % in rinse-off products.
Source: EC 1223/2009 Annex III
- Chemical name
- Benzyl alcohol (7)
- CAS
- 100-51-6
- Max concentration
- 1.0%
Source: EC 1223/2009 Annex V
- Chemical name
- Benzyl alcohol
- CAS
- 100-51-6
- Product type
- (a) Solvent
- Other conditions
- For purposes other than inhibiting the development of microorganisms in the product. This purpose has to be apparent from the presentation of the product.
Source: UK retained EC 1223/2009 Annex III
- Chemical name
- Benzyl alcohol
- CAS
- 100-51-6
- Product type
- (b) Fragrance/aromatic compositions/their raw materials
- Other conditions
- (b) The presence of the substance must be indicated in the list of ingredients referred to in Article 19(1)(g) when its concentration exceeds: 0,001 % in leave-on products 0,01 % in rinse-off products.
Source: UK retained EC 1223/2009 Annex III
- Chemical name
- Benzyl alcohol
- CAS
- 100-51-6
- Max concentration
- 1,0 %
- Conditions of use
- Max: 1,0 %
Source: UK retained EC 1223/2009 Annex V
Americas3 regulations
- Chemical name
- Álcool benzílico (*)
- CAS
- 100-51-6
- Max concentration
- 1,0%
Source: ANVISA RDC 528
- Chemical name
- Epinefrina*
- CAS
- 51-43-4
Source: ANVISA RDC 529
- CAS
- 100-51-6
Source: ANVISA RDC 530
East Asia & Oceania2 regulations
- Chemical name
- Benzyl Alcohol
- Conditions of use
- * 배합한도 : 1.0% (다만, 염모용제품류에 용제로 사용할 경우에는 10%)
Source: MFDS Korea Cosmetics Regulation
- Chemical name
- Benzyl alcohol
- CAS
- 100-51-6
- Max concentration
- 1 %
Source: TFDA Cosmetics Regulations
ASEAN12 regulations
- Chemical name
- Benzyl alcohol( / Benzyl Alcohol
- CAS
- 100-51-6
- Max concentration
- For purposes other than inhibiting the development of microorganisms in the product. This purpose has to be apparent from the presentation of the product. For use as a preservative, see Annex V, No 34
- Product type
- (a) Solvents (b) Fragrance/aromatic compositions/their raw materials
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- Benzyl alcohol (8)
- CAS
- 100-51-6
- Max concentration
- 1%
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- Benzyl alcohol( / Benzyl Alcohol
- CAS
- 100-51-6
- Max concentration
- For purposes other than inhibiting the development of microorganisms in the product. This purpose has to be apparent from the presentation of the product. For use as a preservative, see Annex V, No 34
- Product type
- (a) Solvents (b) Fragrance/aromatic compositions/their raw materials
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- Benzyl alcohol (8)
- CAS
- 100-51-6
- Max concentration
- 1%
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- Benzyl alcohol( / Benzyl Alcohol
- CAS
- 100-51-6
- Max concentration
- For purposes other than inhibiting the development of microorganisms in the product. This purpose has to be apparent from the presentation of the product. For use as a preservative, see Annex V, No 34
- Product type
- (a) Solvents (b) Fragrance/aromatic compositions/their raw materials
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- Benzyl alcohol (8)
- CAS
- 100-51-6
- Max concentration
- 1%
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- Benzyl alcohol( / Benzyl Alcohol
- CAS
- 100-51-6
- Max concentration
- For purposes other than inhibiting the development of microorganisms in the product. This purpose has to be apparent from the presentation of the product. For use as a preservative, see Annex V, No 34
- Product type
- (a) Solvents (b) Fragrance/aromatic compositions/their raw materials
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- Benzyl alcohol (8)
- CAS
- 100-51-6
- Max concentration
- 1%
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- Benzyl alcohol( / Benzyl Alcohol
- CAS
- 100-51-6
- Max concentration
- For purposes other than inhibiting the development of microorganisms in the product. This purpose has to be apparent from the presentation of the product. For use as a preservative, see Annex V, No 34
- Product type
- (a) Solvents (b) Fragrance/aromatic compositions/their raw materials
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- Benzyl alcohol (8)
- CAS
- 100-51-6
- Max concentration
- 1%
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- Benzyl alcohol( / Benzyl Alcohol
- CAS
- 100-51-6
- Max concentration
- For purposes other than inhibiting the development of microorganisms in the product. This purpose has to be apparent from the presentation of the product. For use as a preservative, see Annex V, No 34
- Product type
- (a) Solvents (b) Fragrance/aromatic compositions/their raw materials
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- Benzyl alcohol (8)
- CAS
- 100-51-6
- Max concentration
- 1%
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
GCC12 regulations
- Chemical name
- Benzyl Alcohol
- CAS
- 100-51-6
- Product type
- (a) Solvent (b) Fragrance/ aromatic compositions/ their raw materials
- Other conditions
- For purposes other than inhibiting the development of microorganisms in the product. This purpose has to be apparent from the presentation of the product. The presence of the substance shall be indicated in the list of ingredients referred to in Article 19(1), point (g), when its concentration exceeds: — 0,001 % in leave-on products — 0,01 % in rinse-off products.
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 III)
- Chemical name
- Benzyl alcohol (7)
- CAS
- 100-51-6
- Max concentration
- 1.0%
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 V)
- Chemical name
- Benzyl Alcohol
- CAS
- 100-51-6
- Product type
- (a) Solvent (b) Fragrance/ aromatic compositions/ their raw materials
- Other conditions
- For purposes other than inhibiting the development of microorganisms in the product. This purpose has to be apparent from the presentation of the product. The presence of the substance shall be indicated in the list of ingredients referred to in Article 19(1), point (g), when its concentration exceeds: — 0,001 % in leave-on products — 0,01 % in rinse-off products.
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 III)
- Chemical name
- Benzyl alcohol (7)
- CAS
- 100-51-6
- Max concentration
- 1.0%
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 V)
- Chemical name
- Benzyl Alcohol
- CAS
- 100-51-6
- Product type
- (a) Solvent (b) Fragrance/ aromatic compositions/ their raw materials
- Other conditions
- For purposes other than inhibiting the development of microorganisms in the product. This purpose has to be apparent from the presentation of the product. The presence of the substance shall be indicated in the list of ingredients referred to in Article 19(1), point (g), when its concentration exceeds: — 0,001 % in leave-on products — 0,01 % in rinse-off products.
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 III)
- Chemical name
- Benzyl alcohol (7)
- CAS
- 100-51-6
- Max concentration
- 1.0%
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 V)
- Chemical name
- Benzyl Alcohol
- CAS
- 100-51-6
- Product type
- (a) Solvent (b) Fragrance/ aromatic compositions/ their raw materials
- Other conditions
- For purposes other than inhibiting the development of microorganisms in the product. This purpose has to be apparent from the presentation of the product. The presence of the substance shall be indicated in the list of ingredients referred to in Article 19(1), point (g), when its concentration exceeds: — 0,001 % in leave-on products — 0,01 % in rinse-off products.
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 III)
- Chemical name
- Benzyl alcohol (7)
- CAS
- 100-51-6
- Max concentration
- 1.0%
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 V)
- Chemical name
- Benzyl Alcohol
- CAS
- 100-51-6
- Product type
- (a) Solvent (b) Fragrance/ aromatic compositions/ their raw materials
- Other conditions
- For purposes other than inhibiting the development of microorganisms in the product. This purpose has to be apparent from the presentation of the product. The presence of the substance shall be indicated in the list of ingredients referred to in Article 19(1), point (g), when its concentration exceeds: — 0,001 % in leave-on products — 0,01 % in rinse-off products.
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 III)
- Chemical name
- Benzyl alcohol (7)
- CAS
- 100-51-6
- Max concentration
- 1.0%
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 V)
- Chemical name
- Benzyl Alcohol
- CAS
- 100-51-6
- Product type
- (a) Solvent (b) Fragrance/ aromatic compositions/ their raw materials
- Other conditions
- For purposes other than inhibiting the development of microorganisms in the product. This purpose has to be apparent from the presentation of the product. The presence of the substance shall be indicated in the list of ingredients referred to in Article 19(1), point (g), when its concentration exceeds: — 0,001 % in leave-on products — 0,01 % in rinse-off products.
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 III)
- Chemical name
- Benzyl alcohol (7)
- CAS
- 100-51-6
- Max concentration
- 1.0%
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 V)
EAEUNo restrictions
No specific restrictions for BENZYL ALCOHOL in Russia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Armenia, Kyrgyzstan.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is BENZYL ALCOHOL banned in any country?
Yes, BENZYL ALCOHOL is banned in Brazil. Always check current regulations before formulating products for these markets.
What are the restrictions on BENZYL ALCOHOL in cosmetics?
BENZYL ALCOHOL is restricted or has conditions of use in UAE, Bahrain, Brazil, European Union, Indonesia, South Korea, Kuwait, Malaysia, Oman, Philippines, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Thailand, Taiwan, United Kingdom, Vietnam. Restrictions may include maximum concentration limits, product type limitations, or mandatory labeling requirements. See the detailed regulations above for specifics.
Can I use BENZYL ALCOHOL in cosmetics?
BENZYL ALCOHOL is regulated in 17 markets. It is banned in Brazil. It has restrictions in UAE, Bahrain, Brazil, European Union, Indonesia, South Korea, Kuwait, Malaysia, Oman, Philippines, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Thailand, Taiwan, United Kingdom, Vietnam. Use Formpli's free screening tool to check your full ingredient list against all 26 markets at once.
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Check Ingredients FreeThis information is for reference only and does not constitute legal or regulatory advice. Regulations change — always verify with official sources and consult a regulatory specialist before exporting cosmetic products. Data sourced from EU COSING, US FDA, Health Canada, MHLW Japan, MFDS Korea, ASEAN ACD, GCC SFDA, TGA Australia, ANVISA Brazil, EAEU TR CU, and Taiwan TFDA.