METHYL SALICYLATE
METHYL SALICYLATE 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
methyl 2-hydroxybenzoate
New labelling obligation
METHYL SALICYLATE is on the extended fragrance-allergen list of Regulation (EU) 2023/1545. Products placed on the market after 31 July 2026 must name it on the label when its concentration exceeds 0.001% (leave-on) or 0.01% (rinse-off).
The full list of new allergens and the deadlines — read the articleFunctions in cosmetics
Frequently asked questions
Is METHYL SALICYLATE safe in cosmetics?
METHYL SALICYLATE 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.
What functions does METHYL SALICYLATE perform in cosmetics?
According to the European Commission's CosIng database, METHYL SALICYLATE performs the following functions in cosmetics: DENATURANT, FLAVOURING, ORAL CARE, PERFUMING, SOOTHING. 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 METHYL SALICYLATE?
Our copy of the EU Safety Gate database currently contains no alerts linking METHYL SALICYLATE to a cosmetic recall. The database is refreshed regularly from the European Commission's official Safety Gate system.