Benzyl Cinnamate

Functions: Fragrance

Adds a soft, balsamic base note to fragrances. It's on the allergen labeling list.

What it does

Leaves a very subtle, warm and sweet balsamic trail
Helps fragrance last longer

Typical use level

Typically about 0.005–0.2 g per 100 g

Watch out for

It's a labelable fragrance allergen: above the threshold, it has to be named separately on the ingredient list
Belongs to the allergen family linked to balsam of Peru, so cross-reactions are known to be possible
Reportedly also a labelable allergen in Korea (the official notice text hasn't been verified)

Based on official safety documents (CIR, SCCS and similar).

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