Benzyl Benzoate

Benzyl Benzoate has a very mild, balsamic–sweet aroma, often described as softly floral with faint almond and resinous undertones. Its scent impact is low, allowing it to support compositions without intruding. More importantly, it contributes body, smoothness, and cohesion, helping heavier materials feel polished rather than dense.

Benzyl Benzoate functions primarily as a solvent, fixative, and blending aid, rather than a feature note.

Recommended concentration: 1–10% (higher levels used for technical purposes)

Commonly used to:
Dilute thick or crystalline materials (resins, absolutes, musks)
Improve solubility and clarity in alcohol-based perfumes
Enhance longevity and smooth evaporation

Suitable for non-perfumery applications including candles, reed diffusers, room sprays, and some bath & body formulations

It is especially useful in floral, oriental, and resin-heavy compositions.

Material Type: Aroma chemical / solvent / fixative
INCI Name: Benzyl Benzoate
CAS Number: 120-51-4
Origin: Synthetic (nature-identical)
Odour Profile: Mildly sweet, balsamic, softly floral
Appearance: Clear, colourless to pale yellow liquid
Solubility: Soluble in alcohol and oils
Key Components: Benzyl benzoate (single component material)