Please note, it is recommended that research is undertaken for dilution/dosage etc. before use.

Benzyl benzoate is an organic compound which is used as a medication and insect repellent. As a medication it is used to treat scabies and lice. For scabies either permethrin or malathion is typically preferred. It is applied to the skin as a lotion. Typically two to three applications are needed. It is also present in Balsam of Peru, Tolu balsam, and in a number of flowers.

Side effects may include irritation of the skin. It is not recommended in children. It is also used in other animals; however, it is considered toxic to cats. How it works is unclear.

Used in creation of many asthma and whooping cough drugs
As an excipient in some testosterone-replacemet medications
As a topical acaricide, scabicide and pediculicide in veterinary hospitals
As a repellent for chiggers, ticks and mosquitoes
As a dye carrier
As a solvent for cellulose derivatives
As a plasticiser
As a fixative in perfume industry

Colour: colourless to light brown liquid

Melting point: 21°C

Boiling point: 323.5°C

Flash Point: 148°C

Ignition temperature: 480°C

Vapour pressure at 25° C: 0.0305 Pa

Relative Density: 1.1 at 25°C

Solubility in Water: 15.3 mg/L at 20°C

Partition coefficient: n-octanol/water: Log Kow: 4 at 20°C

Hazard Class: 9

Packing Group: 3

Hazard Phrases: Harmful if swallowed. Very toxic to aquatic life. Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Prec Phrases: Wash hands thoroughly after handling. Do no eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Avoid release to the environment. IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell. Dispose of contents/container in accordance to local law.



Cas No: 120-51-4
Einecs No: 204-402-9
UN3082