BENZYLHEMIFORMAL is graded C (Moderate) by Expert·ING, based on COSING regulatory data. It is restricted under EU COSING (Restricted use).
BENZYLHEMIFORMAL
Safety grade: C
This preservative is permitted in EU cosmetics with a maximum concentration limit and usage restrictions under EU Cosmetics Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009. To be sold legally in the EU or UK, a product must meet these conditions.
This preservative protects cosmetic and personal care products from microbial contamination, extending shelf life and ensuring product safety during storage and use.
Graded using: COSING.
- EU COSING — Restricted use
Last verified: June 9, 2026
Safer alternatives to BENZYLHEMIFORMAL
- PHENOXYETHANOL — Grade B**. Broad-spectrum preservative protecting products from bacterial and fungal growth.
- POTASSIUM SORBATE — Grade B. Food-grade preservative effective against molds, yeasts, and some bacteria.
- CHLORPHENESIN — Grade B. Antimicrobial preservative preventing microbial growth in cosmetic formulations.
- SORBIC ACID — Grade B. Plant-derived preservative inhibiting mold and yeast contamination in products.
Other Preservative ingredients
- SODIUM BENZOATE — Grade C
- BENZYL ALCOHOL — Grade C**
- BENZOIC ACID — Grade C**
- METHYLISOTHIAZOLINONE — Grade C
- METHYLPARABEN — Grade C
- SALICYLIC ACID — Grade C**