Linalyl Benzoate

INCI: LINALYL BENZOATE

CAS Number
126-64-7
Function
Perfuming
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Allowed; FEMA recognized

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
low
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

Not genotoxic; no skin sensitization concern per RIFM (read-across to linalyl phenylacetate CAS 7143-69-3); repeated dose toxicity evaluated via linalyl cinnamate - MOE >100. Ester of linalool and benzoic acid; molecular formula C₁₇H₂₂O₂, MW 258.36; sweet, floral-balsamic odor profile

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Concern Level: High

Regulatory Flags

potential-allergen fragrance-component ifra_fragrance fda_food_additive jecfa_safe

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Linalyl Benzoate safe in cosmetics?

Not genotoxic; no skin sensitization concern per RIFM (read-across to linalyl phenylacetate CAS 7143-69-3); repeated dose toxicity evaluated via linalyl cinnamate - MOE >100. Ester of linalool and benzoic acid; molecular formula C₁₇H₂₂O₂, MW 258.36; sweet, floral-balsamic odor profile The EU classifies Linalyl Benzoate as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Linalyl Benzoate allowed in the EU?

Linalyl Benzoate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Linalyl Benzoate do in cosmetics?

Linalyl Benzoate functions as: Perfuming. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 126-64-7.

What is the Margin of Safety for Linalyl Benzoate?

not established The Margin of Safety (MoS) is calculated using SCCS methodology. A MoS above 100 is generally considered safe. Use the MoS Calculator tool to calculate MoS for your specific formulation and product category.

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