Benzoin Tincture
Sweet, Warm, Vanilla
About this material
Benzoin Tincture is evolved through a marriage of Styrax Benzoin Resin Extract and Alcohol.
It has the characteristic aroma of oil and is a clear dark brown liquid with sediment.
Commonly used as a skin lotion in combination with glycerin, water and tragacanth and is claimed to help aid dry skin.
This material provides a rich, warm, vanilla addition to your compositions that adds an air of indulgence and expensiveness.
Scent character
Highlights from the material’s listed odour profile.
Molecular identity
Fragrance allergen reference
Generic regulatory reference only. This is not a supplier allergen declaration, measured composition, allergen-free claim or finished-product labelling assessment.
Raw-material reference based on recorded CAS numbers. A CAS match identifies a reference entry; it does not verify the supplied grade, composition, purity or finished-product compliance. Naturals, bases and mixtures require composition review.
European Union / Northern Ireland
No direct listed-entry CAS match in this jurisdiction’s held reference set. This does not mean the material is allergen-free. Constituents, grouped entries and natural-material composition may require further review.
Finished-cosmetic declaration thresholds: greater than 0.001% leave-on; greater than 0.01% rinse-off. Apply the current target-market rules to the actual complete formulation; no concentration is inferred here.
Commission Regulation (EU) 2023/1545 · Regulation (EU) 2023/1545 with 11 November 2025 corrigendum; checked 2026-10-26.
Held EU transition dates: placing noncompliant products on the market until 2026-07-31; making them available until 2028-07-31. Check applicability and current law for the intended market. 2025 corrigendum.
Great Britain
No direct listed-entry CAS match in this jurisdiction’s held reference set. This does not mean the material is allergen-free. Constituents, grouped entries and natural-material composition may require further review.
Finished-cosmetic declaration thresholds: greater than 0.001% leave-on; greater than 0.01% rinse-off. Apply the current target-market rules to the actual complete formulation; no concentration is inferred here.
Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009, Annex III (Great Britain) · legislation.gov.uk current text checked 2026-10-26.
Current supplier composition or allergen declarations are required to assess naturals, bases, mixtures and actual concentrations. Reference data checked 2026-10-26; bundle 2026-10-27. Supplementary private documents remain separate.
Product specification
| Odour description (decreasing) | Sweet, Warm, Vanilla |
|---|---|
| Solvent | Alcohol (Denatured) |
| Physical state | Liquid |
| Synonyms | Styrax Benzoin, Benzoin |
Safety & handling
Contains: Ethanol, Benzoic Acid, Benzyl Cinnamate, Nerolidol, Mixed Isomers. May Produce An Allergic Reaction.
Hazard statements:
- H225 Highly flammable liquid and vapour.
- H319 Causes Serious Eye Irritation.
- H373 May Cause Damage To Organs Through Prolonged Or Repeated Exposure.
Precautionary statements:
- P210 Keep Away From Heat, Hot Surfaces, Sparks, Open Flames And Other Ignition Sources. No Smoking.
- P241 Use Explosion-Proof Electrical/Ventilating/Lighting/Equipment.
- P242 Use Non-Sparking Tools.
- P243 Take Action To Prevent Static Discharges.
- P261 Avoid Breathing Vapours/Spray.
- P280 Wear Protective Gloves/Protective Clothing/Eye Protection/Face Protection
- P305+P351+P338 If In Eyes: Rinse Cautiously With Water For Several Minutes. Remove Contact Lenses, If Present And Easy To Do. Continue Rinsing.
- P314 Get Medical Advice/Attention If You Feel Unwell.
- P337+P313 If Eye Irritation Persists: Get Medical Advice/Attention
- P501 Dispose Of Contents In Accordance With Local, State Or National Legislation
- P264 Wash Hands And Exposed Skin Thoroughly After Handling.
Professional/Industrial use only.
Datasheets & customer documents
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Documentation Supply PolicyIFRA formulation guide
Generic reference only — not an IFRA certificate, compliance decision or use recommendation. The Responsible Person and qualified safety assessor must assess the actual finished formula using current applicable IFRA Standards, supplementary documentation where available and the CPSR.
Raw-material reference based on recorded CAS numbers. A CAS match identifies a reference entry; it does not verify the supplied grade, composition, purity or finished-product compliance. Naturals, bases and mixtures require composition review.
Source: 51st Amendment overview, held source checked 2026-10-21. Bundle 2026-10-27. Individual Standards prevail over the overview.
No direct IFRA overview entry matched the recorded CAS in this held dataset. This does not mean unrestricted use, absence of relevant Standards or compliance. Constituent restrictions may still apply.
IFRA source overview · Individual IFRA Standards and supplementary documentation
Supplier certificates and private documents are separate evidence. Their availability does not determine whether this generic guide is shown. This is a dated local reference, not a live regulatory feed.
Creative ideas to explore
Creative directions, not tested formulas.Sweetness and grain
With sandalwood and dry wood notesExplore a gourmand sketch framed by wood rather than more sweetness. Compare a creamy wood direction with a drier one, deciding whether the material works best as the centre of the idea or as a softer background.
Citrus confection
With bergamot and a peel directionTry a contrast between the gourmand character and a citrus opening. Compare a peel-led version with a sweeter reference, looking for a balance that evokes your intended confection without turning every part of the composition sweet.
Petal cream
With rose and a soft floral accordSet the gourmand material beside a familiar flower for a petal-and-cream concept. Evaluate the floral reference and the sweeter variation together, then choose whether the result should remain recognisably floral or move towards a dessert impression.









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