Benzyl Salicylate

Benzyl Salicylate is an almost colourless liquid that is mildly balsamic, with a sweet floral note that possesses excellent blending capabilities.

Often used for its cosmetic notes as a base note for heavy florals such as Gardenia, Jasmine, Ylang Ylang and Lily. Can also be used succesfully in products such as shampoo, soap and fabric softener.

Product specification.

CAS No: 118-58-1
Odour description (decreasing): Sweet, Floral, Spicy, Balsamic, Slightly Phenolic
Usage: Effective from the smallest traces, through to 1% up to a maximum of 7.5% of the fragrance concentrate
Solvent: None
IFRA: Restricted – View the standard here and the full library of standards here

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements:

• H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction.
• H320 Causes eye irritation.
• H412 Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Precautionary statements:

• P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
• P272 Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace.
• P273 Avoid release to the environment.
• P280 Wear protective gloves/eye protection/face protection.
• P302+P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water.
• P333+P313 If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention.
• P363 Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.
• P501 Dispose of contents/container to: approved disposal site.

Professional/Industrial use only.