C12-15 ALKYL BENZOATE- ▸ Emollient: Light emollient ester in skin- and hair-care formulations.
- ▸ Carrier/solvent: Solvent and carrier for actives, pigments, and fragrances.
- ▸ Skin conditioning: Skin-conditioning agent in personal-care products.
A grade-specific Safety Data Sheet (SDS) — with the complete hazard classification, handling precautions, and transport information — is supplied with every shipment and available on request. Confirm all safety and regulatory details against the SDS for your specific grade.
Request SDS →C12-15 alkyl benzoate (CAS 68411-27-8) is a mixture of esters of benzoic acid with C12-15 fatty alcohols. It is used in cosmetic and personal-care formulations as an emollient and skin-conditioning agent and as a solvent/carrier for other ingredients.
Regulatory & registration requirements
- TSCA (US):
- REACH (EU):
- EC number: 270-112-4
Source: EPA TSCA Inventory (July 2025 release) · ECHA CHEM — retrieved 2026-07-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What does C12-15 alkyl benzoate do?
C12-15 alkyl benzoate (CAS 68411-27-8) is an ester mixture of benzoic acid with C12-15 fatty alcohols used as a light emollient, a skin-conditioning agent, and a solvent/carrier for actives, pigments, and fragrances in personal-care formulations.
What is another name for C12-15 alkyl benzoate?
It is the INCI name for the mixed benzoic-acid esters of C12-15 alcohols (CAS 68411-27-8), often abbreviated C12-15 AB. It is sold under various supplier trade names; specify CAS 68411-27-8 to match the exact material on an RFQ.
Is C12-15 alkyl benzoate the same as benzyl benzoate?
No. C12-15 alkyl benzoate is a blend of benzoic-acid esters of long-chain C12-15 fatty alcohols. Benzyl benzoate is the single benzoic-acid ester of benzyl alcohol — a different compound with a different CAS and properties.
Does RawSource supply C12-15 alkyl benzoate in bulk?
Yes. RawSource distributes cosmetic-grade esters in bulk drums and IBC totes to formulators and manufacturers. Send your volume and we will quote pack sizes and lead time.
What HS code is used for C12-15 alkyl benzoate?
It classifies under HS 2916.31 (benzoic acid, its salts and esters). Confirm the final tariff classification with your customs broker for your destination.
What is the REACH and TSCA regulatory status of C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate (C12-15 AB)?
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate (C12-15 AB) (CAS 68411-27-8) is subject to U.S. TSCA Inventory requirements; supplying it into the EU requires valid REACH registration ((EC) No 1907/2006). RawSource cannot verify a third-party supplier's registrations — buyers should require documented TSCA and REACH compliance for their jurisdiction and volume (EC 270-112-4).