BENZYL CINNAMATE
BENZYL CINNAMATE is identified as a fragrance allergen subject to mandatory label declaration under Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009.
Regulatory status as of 2026-08-28 (per the CosIng database).
About the ingredient
2-Propenoic acid, 3-phenyl, phenylmethyl ester
EU regulatory status
Annex of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009: III/81
Source: the European Commission's official CosIng database and Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 of the European Parliament and of the Council on cosmetic products. How we assess ingredients — full methodology.
- View the entry in the CosIng database (European Commission)
- Open Regulation 1223/2009 in EUR-Lex
- Check the chemical profile in PubChem
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Functions in cosmetics
Frequently asked questions
Is BENZYL CINNAMATE safe in cosmetics?
BENZYL CINNAMATE is one of the 26 EU fragrance allergens whose presence must be declared on the label when its concentration exceeds 0.001% in leave-on products or 0.01% in rinse-off products.
In which annex of Regulation 1223/2009 is BENZYL CINNAMATE listed?
BENZYL CINNAMATE is listed under reference III/81 in the annexes of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 on cosmetic products. The first part (Roman numeral) indicates the annex: II – prohibited substances, III – substances restricted by conditions, IV – permitted colorants, V – permitted preservatives, VI – permitted UV filters.
What functions does BENZYL CINNAMATE perform in cosmetics?
According to the European Commission's CosIng database, BENZYL CINNAMATE performs the following functions in cosmetics: PERFUMING. Functions are defined in the CosIng glossary and describe the technological role of a substance in the finished product.
Are there Safety Gate alerts concerning BENZYL CINNAMATE?
Our copy of the EU Safety Gate database currently contains no alerts linking BENZYL CINNAMATE to a cosmetic recall. The database is refreshed regularly from the European Commission's official Safety Gate system.