Definition
C16-17-alkyl benzoate
Cosmetic roles
Keeps skin in good condition (CosIng catch-all)SKIN CONDITIONINGBase that dissolves other ingredientsSOLVENTInhibits microbial growthANTIMICROBIALMakes skin soft and smoothSKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT
Safety & regulatory references
Other restriction: ban substances that deplete the ozone layer
Source: EU CosIng ingredient list
Reviewed by CIR: Safety Assessment of Alkyl Benzoates as Used in Cosmetics
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Official labels & definitions
JCIA labelling name 安息香酸アルキル(C16,17): 本品は、安息香酸(*)と炭素数16,17の脂肪族アルコールのエステルであり、次の化学式で表される。
Source: JCIA labelling names (Japan)
Names & identifiers
C16-17 ALKYL BENZOATEINCIC16-17알킬벤조에이트Korean label name (MFDS standard)安息香酸アルキル(C16,17)Japanese labelling name