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Is Methyl Benzoate vegan?

Methyl Benzoate

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Methyl Benzoate is the ester of methanol and benzoic acid, occurring naturally in some plants but typically produced synthetically. It is a colorless liquid with a pleasant almond and floral scent used in perfumery.

INCI name Methyl Benzoate
CAS number 93-58-3
EC number 202-259-7
CosIng ID 35279
Last reviewed 9 July 2026

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