# BENZYL ALCOHOL (benzyl-alcohol) — Global Cosmetic Regulatory & Formulation Monograph

- **Canonical URL**: https://www.inciname.com/en/ingredients/benzyl-alcohol
- **Standard INCI**: `BENZYL ALCOHOL`
- **KR MFDS Standard Name**: `벤질알코올`
- **CAS No.**: `100-51-6`
- **EC / EINECS No.**: `202-859-9`
- **Origin**: `synthetic`
- **Functions**: 방부제, 용제, 점도조절제, 향료
- **Molecular Formula / MW**: `—` (— g/mol)

## 1. 7-Track Official Regulatory Label Names
| Track | Official Label Nomenclature |
| :--- | :--- |
| KR (MFDS Standard) | 벤질알코올 |
| KR (Former Names) | — |
| EU (CosIng 1223/2009) | BENZYL ALCOHOL |
| US (PCPC / MoCRA INCI) | BENZYL ALCOHOL |
| US (FDA OTC Monograph) | — |
| CN (NMPA IECIC) | 苯甲醇 |
| JP (JCIA / MHLW QD) | BENZYL ALCOHOL  |

## 2. Layer 1 — Global 6-Region Statutory Summary
- **KR (MFDS)**: `restricted`
- **EU (1223/2009)**: `restricted`
- **US (FDA/MoCRA)**: `none`
- **CN (NMPA IECIC)**: `restricted` (Entry: `1279`)
- **JP (MHLW)**: `none`
- **ASEAN (ACD)**: `none`



## 3. Layer 2 — Toxicological & Historical Safe Use Concentrations
- **reported_use** (eye): 0.000008~0.8% — 119_draft_benzyl.pdf (null)
- **reported_use** (ingestion): 0.000006~0.9% — 119_draft_benzyl.pdf (null)
- **reported_use** (spray): 0.0002~3% — 119_draft_benzyl.pdf (null)
- **reported_use** (dermal): 0.000008~3% — 119_draft_benzyl.pdf (null)
- **reported_use** (deodorant): 0.03~0.5% — 119_draft_benzyl.pdf (null)
- **reported_use** (hair): 0.0002~3% — 119_draft_benzyl.pdf (null)
- **reported_use** (hair_dye): 0.00007~10% — 119_draft_benzyl.pdf (null)
- **reported_use** (nail): 0.00002~0.5% — 119_draft_benzyl.pdf (null)
- **reported_use** (mucous): 0.000006~1% — 119_draft_benzyl.pdf (null)
- **reported_use** (bath): 0.001~0.9% — 119_draft_benzyl.pdf (null)
- **reported_use** (baby): 0.004~0.9% — 119_draft_benzyl.pdf (null)
- **reported_use** (leave_on): 0.000008~3% — 119_draft_benzyl.pdf (null)
- **reported_use** (rinse_off): 0.000006~10% — 119_draft_benzyl.pdf (null)
- **reported_use** (total): 0.000006~10% — 119_draft_benzyl.pdf (null)
- **reported_use** (powder): 0.0001~0.3% — 120_final_ba.pdf (null)

## 4. Layer 3 — Formulation Quartiles & Compatibility
- **Optimal pH Window**: 4 – 8
- **Max Process Temp**: ≤ 50°C
- **Synergy Pairings**: GLYCERIN, CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE, TOCOPHEROL
- **Incompatibilities**: Verify phase compatibility under extreme pH or high electrolyte loads

## 5. Academic Monograph
■ [1. Chemical Identity & International Labeling Nomenclature]
  - INCI Name: BENZYL ALCOHOL | CAS No.: 100-51-6 | EC No.: 202-859-9
  - Origin: SYNTHETIC | Functions: , , , 
  - Physicochemical Profile: Formula      | MW /(Polymer/Complex) | /   | Ionic Nature: non-ionic | CosIng/MFDS 
  - Official Regional Label Names: US [BENZYL ALCOHOL] · EU [BENZYL ALCOHOL] · CN [苯甲醇] · JP [-] · JP Quasi-Drug [-]
■ [2. Dermatological Mechanism of Action & Functional Role]
  - Benzyl Alcohol is an aromatic alcohol that conforms to the formula: Classified under origin 'synthetic', it acts within the cosmetic vehicle or stratum corneum to deliver , , ,  performance and structural formulation stability.
■ [3. Global 6-Jurisdiction Regulatory Status & Safety Limits (Layer 1 & Layer 2)]
  - Regional Summary: KR: RESTRICTED | EU: RESTRICTED | US: NONE | CN: RESTRICTED | JP: NONE | ASEAN: NONE (CN IECIC (2025) Entry No. 1279 (苯甲醇))
  - [KR / LABEL / allergen_label]: 
  - [CN / COMPOSITION / limited] (Max 1%): 
  - [EU / COMPOSITION / noted]: 
  - Official Safety & Historical Use Concentration (Layer 2): cir (reported_use, eye): 8e-06~0.8% / cir (reported_use, ingestion): 6e-06~0.9% / cir (reported_use, spray): 0.0002~3%
■ [4. Formulation Dosage Guide by Product Category (Layer 3-A)]
  - [emulsion_cream] Typical range: 0.3 ~ 1.0% (Median 0.7%, Ref: Global Starter Formulation Library Statistical Distribution (n=21, EVONIK 14 · SEPPIC 7)) — Emulsion cream & lotion structural / conditioning agent
■ [5. Formulation Engineering, Stability & Incompatibility Matrix (Layer 3-B)]
  - Addition Phase: Water Phase or Cool-down Phase (< 45°C)
  - Optimal pH Range: pH 4.0 ~ 8.0 | Max Process Temp: Max 50°C | Electrolyte Tolerance: MEDIUM
  - Incompatibility / Caution: Verify phase compatibility under extreme pH or high electrolyte loads
  - Synergy Pairings: GLYCERIN, CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE, TOCOPHEROL | Reference Trade Names: BENZYL ALCOHOL
■ [6. Peer-Reviewed Literature & Official Compendia Evidence]
  - Validated against official regulatory compendia (MFDS/CosIng/CIR/SCCS) and physicochemical standards.

## 6. Linked PubMed Literature