Amyl Benzoate

AKA: PENTYL BENZOATE, 2049-96-9, Benzoic acid, Pentyl ester, N-Pentyl benzoate, N-Amyl benzoate, AI3-07998
Synthetic
Fragrance
Not Clean
OriginAmyl benzoate is synthesized from benzoic acid and amyl alcohol, both petroleum-derived compounds. It is produced through Fischer esterification, where benzoic acid reacts with amyl alcohol under acidic catalysis.
Pentyl benzoate has been reported in Helianthus annuus and Liriope spicata with data available.
Formula
C12H16O2
Mol. Weight
192.25
CAS #
2049-96-9
Form
Liquid
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
Perfuming
Added for scent. Can be natural or synthetic. Common irritant and allergen — one of the top reasons people react to products.
Anti-Inflammatory
Antioxidant
Moisturizing
Provides scent
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewed1 paper →
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed1 review →
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EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
1 study / 1 not sensitizing (CIR 578)
Concentration Guide
CIR lists it as not reported to be in use.
CIR · 2010 survey
Regulatory Agencies
Verified Jun 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR
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