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Benzyl Alcohol

Benzyl Alcohol

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Preservative and fragrance ingredient. Also classified as a fragrance allergen.

Last reviewed April 27, 2026 · Always verify against the current Health Canada Cosmetic Ingredient Hotlist before use.

CAS Number

100-51-6

Typical Usage Rate

0.5% - 1%

Fragrance allergen — disclosure threshold applies

This ingredient is recognized as a fragrance allergen. When present above the disclosure threshold (0.001% in leave-on products, 0.01% in rinse-off products), it should be named individually on the Canadian cosmetic label.

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