Benzyl Benzoate

Benzyl Benzoate is an aromatic ester formed from benzyl alcohol and benzoic acid. Known for its mild aroma, it serves as both a fixative and solvent in perfumery and cosmetic formulations. Soft, warm base note that blends well without overpowering

Aroma Profile
Type: Balsamic, mildly sweet

Notes: Subtle floral, almond-like warmth with a touch of fruitiness

Applications
Perfume Making
Used as a fixative base note that extends fragrance longevity and improves overall composition balance.

Personal Care & Cosmetics
Acts as a solvent and stabilizer in creams, lotions, and balms; also improves texture in soaps and emulsions.

Home & Air Fragrance
Stabilizes volatile oils in candles, diffusers, and sprays, allowing for a long-lasting and smooth release.

Fabric & Detergent Industry
Enhances fragrance retention in laundry detergents and fabric softeners with a gentle woody-balsamic undertone.

Properties
Appearance: Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid; may solidify slightly below room temperature

Solubility: Insoluble in water; readily soluble in alcohols, essential oils, and other solvents

Stability: Chemically stable under heat, light, and alkaline conditions; does not discolor over time

Benefits in Perfumery
Excellent Fixative: Significantly improves the tenacity and dry-down of fragrances

Dual Purpose: Functions as both a fixative and a solvent, especially useful for dissolving resins and synthetic musks

Mild & Versatile: Adds a soft warmth that complements floral, oriental, and woody accords without altering their character

Shelf Life: 
2 Years

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Make: India