VeriMomIs c12-15 alkyl benzoate safe during pregnancy?
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Pregnancy-Safe Ingredients Database — 28,000+ Ingredients Rated
c12-15 alkyl benzoate
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Pregnancy-safe products containing c12-15 alkyl benzoate
Joocyee
Joocyee Happy Me Day Cream Blush - 4g
99/100
Allie
Allie Chrono Beauty Gel UV Ex Sunscreen SPF50+ Pa++++
99/100
Milk Makeup
Milk Makeup Luminous Blur Stick
99/100
sunscreen
SkinCeuticals
SkinCeuticals Physical Matte Uv Defense Spf 50
99/100
Cosmed Cosmeceuticals
Cosmed Cosmeceuticals Day to Day - Purifying Cream Peeling
99/100
CoverGirl
CoverGirl Clean Fresh Yummy Gloss
99/100
Allie
Allie Chrono Beauty Tone Up UV 03 Sheer Ecru SPF50+ Pa++++ (Suitable For Face & Body)
99/100
302 Professional
302 Professional Mineral Moisturizer
99/100
Illumalift
Illumalift Cream Foundation - Tan
99/100
Allie
Allie Chrono Beauty Gel UV Ex SPF50+ Pa++++
99/100
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Frequently asked questions
- Is c12-15 alkyl benzoate safe during pregnancy?
- No harmonised reproductive classification on ECHA Annex VI and no CIR/SCCS finding of reproductive hazard; CIR/Cosmetic ingredient reviews list C12-15 alkyl benzoate as an emollient generally regarded safe as used. No peer-reviewed evidence of reproductive/teratogenic effects was identified. Topical cosmetic use gives low but measurable dermal exposure (lipophilic ester, used at % levels), so exposure is rated low.
- Is c12-15 alkyl benzoate safe while breastfeeding?
- Same rationale as pregnancy: no evidence of reproductive or lactation-specific toxicity in authoritative assessments; dermal absorption from cosmetic use is expected to be low but measurable, so breastfeeding exposure is rated low.
- Is c12-15 alkyl benzoate safe for baby skin?
- No infant-specific reproductive or developmental toxicity data found. Given measurable dermal absorption in adults and the immature barrier/higher surface-area-to-weight in infants, exposure score is increased by +1 to moderate. Ingredient is a relatively large, lipophilic ester used as an emollient with no identified infant-specific hazards in CIR/CosIng/EWG summaries.
- How does VeriMom score c12-15 alkyl benzoate?
- VeriMom scores c12-15 alkyl benzoate at 93/100 (no known risks) based on EU CosIng status, ECHA hazard classifications, and peer-reviewed PubMed studies. Our scoring pipeline is fully transparent.
- What are pregnancy-safe alternatives to c12-15 alkyl benzoate?
- See our curated list of pregnancy-safe alternatives to c12-15 alkyl benzoate based on similar function and a no-known-risks safety band.
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Medical Disclaimer
This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Safety scores are based on publicly available data and may not reflect all risks. Always consult your healthcare provider before using any product during pregnancy or breastfeeding.