murphySucrose Benzoate
molecular structure · PubChem
Plant-Derived
Occlusive
Clean
OriginDerived from sucrose (table sugar) and benzoic acid, both naturally occurring or plant-derived compounds. Produced through esterification, chemically bonding sucrose with benzoic acid to form the benzoate ester.
.alpha.-d-Glucopyranoside, .beta.-d-fructofuranosyl, benzoate
CAS #
12738-64-6
Form
Powder
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
Film Forming
Creates a physical seal on skin to lock moisture in and keep irritants out. The "slugging" ingredient — barrier protection.
Plasticiser
Anti-Aging
Antioxidant
Anti-Inflammatory
Creates protective layer
Adds flexibility
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed2 reviews →
Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.
EWG
1
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer (CIR report on the ingredient group)
CIR report statement covering this group of ingredients / not tested individually (CIR 721)
Concentration Guide
Leave-on1.4–14.3%
Rinse-off0.21%
0%50%100%
CIR reported use · report published 2021
Regulatory Agencies
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR