Ammonium Benzoate
INCI: AMMONIUM BENZOATE
CAS 1863-63-4 EC 217-468-9
Ammonium benzoate
Limited Data
Insufficient safety data available. Consider enriching this ingredient.
Details
Description
Ammonium benzoate
Purpose
Function
Preservative, anticorrosive
Profile
Properties
Silicone
Silicone free
Compliance
Regulatory Status
EU
Restricted
Safety
GOOD
US
Permitted
EU Max Concentration2.5%
Absorptionmoderate
Sensitizationmoderate
MoSadequate
NOAEL500 mg/kg
ConcernModerate
Flags
preservative
Verdict
Restricted preservative with GHS hazard classifications H302 (harmful if swallowed) and H315 (skin irritation) at higher concentrations. Must remain within Annex V concentration limits. Avoid use in products for children under 3 years on large body areas per SCCS guidance. Contact urticaria potential in atopic individuals.
US Note
FDA GRAS as food preservative; CIR has reviewed benzoic acid/salts as safe when formulated to be non-irritating
Assessment
Ratings
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