Benzyl Salicylate
Balsamic · CAS 118-58-1 · 3 suppliers
What it smells like
Benzyl Salicylate has a subtle, sweet floral-balsamic character with solar nuances, often evoking a sunscreen effect, accompanied by faint jasmine-like undertones.
At a glance
| Scent family | Balsamic |
| CAS number | 118-58-1 |
| FEMA number | 2151 |
| Uses | Excellent fixative for floral compositions, provides blending and smoothing effects, enhances longevity, creates characteristic sunscreen accords. |
| Typical usage | 4% in a perfume compound |
| Longevity | Lasts > 400 hours on a smelling strip. |
| Appearance | Colourless liquid |
IFRA usage limits (49th Amendment)
Maximum concentration in the finished consumer product, by IFRA category, drawn from official IFRA Standards and manufacturer certificates. Reference data — always confirm against the current official IFRA Standard for your application.
| Category | Application | Limit |
|---|---|---|
| Category 1 | Lip products, toys | 1.3% |
| Category 2 | Deodorants & antiperspirants | 0.39% |
| Category 3 | Eye products, men's facial creams (fingertip) | 7.8% |
| Category 4 | Fine fragrance, hydroalcoholic on skin | 7.3% |
| Category 5A | Body lotion | 1.9% |
| Category 5B | Face moisturiser | 1.9% |
| Category 5C | Hand cream | 1.9% |
| Category 5D | Baby cream, oil & talc | 1.9% |
| Category 6 | Oral & lip care (toothpaste, mouthwash) | 4.3% |
| Category 7A | Rinse-off hair products | 15% |
| Category 7B | Leave-on hair products | 15% |
| Category 8 | Significant anogenital exposure | 0.77% |
| Category 9 | Rinse-off body & hand (soap, shower gel) | 14% |
| Category 10A | Household care, non-spray | 51% |
| Category 10B | Household aerosol / spray | 51% |
| Category 11A | Skin contact, minimal transfer (e.g. wipes) | 28% |
| Category 11B | Skin contact, minimal transfer (e.g. fabrics) | 28% |
| Category 12 | Not intended for skin contact (candles, detergents) | Unrestricted |
Where to buy
Available from 3 suppliers, from $3.95.
| Supplier | Manufacturer | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fraterworks | Ventos | from $3.95 | View → |
| Perfumer Supply House | — | from $12 | View → |
| The Perfumer's Apprentice | — | from $6 | View → |
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