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Benzoic acid, 2-hydroxy-, 3,3,5-trimethyl​cyclohexyl ester (homosalate)

New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 8, reference 3.

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Regulatory decision and full conditions

Status
Permitted list with conditions
Legal role
Binding rule
Regulatory summary
New Zealand Cosmetic Products Group Standard Schedule 8, reference 3.
Conditions and restrictions
Maximum concentration: 10%

Substance identity

Official source name
Benzoic acid, 2-hydroxy-, 3,3,5-trimethyl​cyclohexyl ester (homosalate)
CAS
118-56-9
EC
204-260-8
Identity mapping
cas_number
Linked ingredient
HOMOSALATE
Search this identity across the siteCAS 118-56-9EC 204-260-8

Linked CosIng identity data

Names and aliases

HOMOSALATEhomosalate

CosIng description: Benzoic acid, 2-hydroxy-, 3,3,5-trimethylcyclohexyl ester

EU inventory restriction note: VI/3

Recorded cosmetic function: FRAGRANCE, UV ABSORBER, UV FILTER

Function pages:FRAGRANCE, UV ABSORBER, UV FILTER

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Cross-market snapshot for this identity

Exact linked records currently present in this site. An absent market means no imported exact match, not permission to use the substance.

5 market datasets

European Union

Positive-list entry with conditions

1 linked record · 1 with specific conditions

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Great Britain

Permitted list with conditions

1 linked record · 1 with specific conditions

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New Zealand

Current record
Permitted list with conditions

1 linked record · 1 with specific conditions

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PubChem 2D chemical structure for CAS 118-56-9
CAS 118-56-9PubChem CID 8362

Verified chemistry for CAS 118-56-9

Homosalate

IUPAC name
(3,3,5-trimethylcyclohexyl) 2-hydroxybenzoate
Molecular formula
C16H22O3
Molecular weight
262.34 g/mol
Exact mass
262.15689456 Da
Monoisotopic mass
262.15689456 Da
XLogP3
5.0
Topological polar surface area
46.5 Ų
Molecular complexity
324.0
Formal charge
0
Hydrogen-bond donors
1
Hydrogen-bond acceptors
3
Rotatable bonds
3
Heavy atoms
19
Covalent units
1

Names and synonyms reported to PubChem

Homomenthyl salicylateHeliophan3,3,5-Trimethylcyclohexyl 2-hydroxybenzoateHomosalatoHomosalatumBenzoic acid, 2-hydroxy-, 3,3,5-trimethylcyclohexyl esterSalicylic Acid 3,3,5-Trimethylcyclohexyl EsterNSC-164918
16 more reported names
V06SV4M95SSunscreen SKINCAREBULUBIU ADVANCEDRefChem:55307dAlba Vegan Fresh Sun StickdAlba Vegan Essence SunscreenIlluminating Daily MoisturizerdAlba Vegan Tone-Up SunscreenSun Protection Facial SPF 50Facial Primer Protector SPF 50Bulubiu Face Sunscreen SKINCAREBULUBIU WEIGHTLESS MOISTURIZERILLUMINATING DAILY MOISTURIZER SPF 30Eight Hour Cream Targeted Sun Defense SPF 50Clean Fresh Sunblock Sunscreen SPF 30 ContinuousHomosalate, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate,Titanium Dioxide
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External database identifiers
Advanced structure statistics
Defined atom stereocentres
0
Undefined atom stereocentres
2
Defined bond stereocentres
0
Undefined bond stereocentres
0
3D pharmacophore features
5
3D rings
2
3D hydrophobes
1
3D acceptor features
1
3D donor features
1
3D anionic centres
0
3D cationic centres
0
3D conformers
10
Effective 3D rotors
4.2
Machine-readable structure identifiers
SMILES
CC1CC(CC(C1)(C)C)OC(=O)C2=CC=CC=C2O
InChI
InChI=1S/C16H22O3/c1-11-8-12(10-16(2,3)9-11)19-15(18)13-6-4-5-7-14(13)17/h4-7,11-12,17H,8-10H2,1-3H3
InChIKey
WSSJONWNBBTCMG-UHFFFAOYSA-N

Evidence from additional scientific databases

NIH PubChem PUG-View
Exact identifier match8362

Attributed physical-property, hazard, environmental and use annotations.

  • Boiling Point: 322 to 329 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992) Source: CAMEO Chemicals
  • Density: 1.045 at 77 °F (NTP, 1992) - Denser than water; will sink Source: CAMEO Chemicals
  • Physical Description: 3,3,5-trimethylcyclohexylsalicylate appears as viscous or light yellow to slightly tan liquid or oil. (NTP, 1992) Source: CAMEO Chemicals
  • Solubility: Insoluble (<1 mg/ml at 79 °F) (NTP, 1992) Source: CAMEO Chemicals
  • First Aid: EYES: First check the victim for contact lenses and remove if present. Flush victim's eyes with water or normal saline solution for 20 to 30 minutes while simultaneously calling a hospital or poison control center. Do not put any ointments, oils, or medication in the victim's eyes without specific instructions from a physician. IMMEDIATELY transport the victim after flushing eyes to a hospital even if no symptoms (such as redness or irritation) develop.; SKIN: IMMEDIATELY flood affected skin with water while removing and isolating all contaminated clothing. Gently wash all affected skin areas thoroughly with soap and water. If symptoms such as redness or irritation develop, IMMEDIATELY call a physician and be prepared to transport the victim to a hospital for treatment.; INHALATION: IMMEDIATELY leave the contaminated area; take deep breaths of fresh air. If symptoms (such as wheezing, coughing, shortness of breath, or burning in the mouth, throat, or chest) develop, call a physician and be prepared to transport the victim to a hospital. Provide proper respiratory protection to rescuers entering an unknown atmosphere. Whenever possible, Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) shou Source: CAMEO Chemicals
  • Note: This chemical does not meet GHS hazard criteria for 67% (152 of 227) of all reports. Source: European Chemicals Agency (ECHA)
  • Signal: Warning Source: European Chemicals Agency (ECHA)
  • GHS Hazard Statements: H315 (16.7%): Causes skin irritation [Warning Skin corrosion/irritation]; H319 (16.7%): Causes serious eye irritation [Warning Serious eye damage/eye irritation]; H335 (16.7%): May cause respiratory irritation [Warning Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure; Respiratory tract irritation]; H361d (11.5%): Suspected of damaging the unborn child [Warning Reproductive toxicity]; H410 (11.5%): Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects [Warning Hazardous to the aquatic environment, long-term hazard] Source: European Chemicals Agency (ECHA)
  • Precautionary Statement Codes: P203, P261, P264, P264+P265, P271, P273, P280, P302+P352, P304+P340, P305+P351+P338, P318, P319, P321, P332+P317, P337+P317, P362+P364, P391, P403+P233, P405, and P501 (click each P-code to see the statement) Source: European Chemicals Agency (ECHA)
  • ECHA C&L Notifications Summary: Aggregated GHS information provided per 227 reports by companies from 4 notifications to the ECHA C&L Inventory. Each notification may be associated with multiple companies.; Reported as not meeting GHS hazard criteria per 152 of 227 reports by companies.; There are 3 notifications provided by 75 of 227 reports by companies with hazard statement code(s).; Information may vary between notifications depending on impurities, additives, and other factors. The percentage value in parenthesis indicates the notified classification ratio from companies that provide hazard codes. Only hazard codes with percentage values above 10% are shown. For more detailed information, please visit ECHA C&L website. Source: European Chemicals Agency (ECHA)

Mapped by: Existing checksum-valid CAS to unique PubChem CID match. Retrieved: 2026-08-31. Open source record

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Additional source coverage and match status
SourceResultChecked
NIH PubChem PUG-ViewExact match2026-08-31

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Retrieved from NIH PubChem on 2026-08-31 by checksum-valid CAS matching. Chemical properties do not replace the regulatory decision on this page.

Official source and provenance

Registered source
New Zealand cosmetic product schedules 4–8
Source reference
Schedule 8, reference 3, source row 4
Source record ID
S8-4
Source version
effective-2026-01-01
Source language
English
Translation status
Original is English
Effective date
2026-01-01
Source updated
2024-01-01
Snapshot checked
2026-08-30 04:54 UTC
Validation method
openpyxl extraction; reviewed per-schedule counts
SHA-256
4e62e372fb0aad7ac630af8c41fa50b38b52a793fd51b99697a65f8ecce1ae8a

Registered dataset notes

Dataset coverage
Prohibited and restricted substances, permitted colorants, preservatives and UV filters
Authority note
Official EPA group standard schedules; current market-specific rule source
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How this record fits the market dataset

2913
current New Zealand records
357
records marked Permitted list with conditions
2913
records from this source version
2821
market records with CAS identity

Status distribution

Permitted list with conditions: 357Prohibited: 2166Restricted: 390

Condition text is present on 747 of 2913 current records. An empty condition field is interpreted according to the record type above; it is never converted into an unrestricted-use claim.

New Zealand market context

Complete schedules dataset

Coverage version: Cosmetic Products Group Standard schedules effective 1 January 2026

Schedules 4–8: prohibited, restricted, colourant, preservative and UV-filter entries.

Verification checklist

  1. Search exact identity across Schedules 4–8.
  2. Apply use, concentration and warning conditions.
  3. Check hazardous-substance classification and Group Standard scope.
  4. Confirm the latest legal instrument, not only the spreadsheet.

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Verification workflow and record completeness

Before using this result in a compliance decision

  1. Confirm that “Benzoic acid, 2-hydroxy-, 3,3,5-trimethyl​cyclohexyl ester (homosalate)” and every CAS/EC identifier refer to the material in your supplier specification.
  2. Search exact identity across Schedules 4–8.
  3. Apply use, concentration and warning conditions.
  4. Check hazardous-substance classification and Group Standard scope.
  5. Confirm the latest legal instrument, not only the spreadsheet.
  6. Document the source version and recheck the regulator before manufacture, notification or market placement.

Fields available in this record

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  • Separate condition textAvailable
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  • Snapshot hash and methodAvailable

Questions this page answers

This identity appears on a market positive list for the list function represented by the source record. Confirm that the intended function and product use fall within the list scope and every stated condition.

Positive-list presence is purpose-specific and is not blanket approval for every cosmetic use. The searchable spreadsheet is an aid; the legal Group Standard and incorporated notices remain authoritative.

The record cites Schedule 8, reference 3, source row 4, source version effective-2026-01-01. Open the official source.

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Stable citation

Benzoic acid, 2-hydroxy-, 3,3,5-trimethyl​cyclohexyl ester (homosalate). Schedule 8, reference 3, source row 4. New Zealand. Source version effective-2026-01-01. CosIng Checker regulatory record: https://cosingchecker.com/regulations/nz/records/9558/

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Interpretation and limits for New Zealand

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Evidence on this page

  • Recorded outcome: Permitted list with conditions
  • Legal role: Binding rule
  • Source version: effective-2026-01-01
  • Effective date: 2026-01-01

What it does not prove

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