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ATC P03AX01 · Other Ectoparasiticides, Incl. Scabicides · updated 2 Nov 2026
Benzyl Benzoate shortage
As of 2 Nov 2026, Benzyl Benzoate has a reported shortage in 1 of the 16 countries we track (Ireland), covering 2 products from 1 company.
Is there a Benzyl Benzoate shortage?
Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, Benzyl Benzoate is reported short in 1 of the 16 countries we track: Ireland. No company has given a return date.
Timeline
Solid bars run from the reported start to today; faded bars show the time left until the expected return. An arrow means no return date was given.
Which companies are short
products short, all countriesCompared with similar medicines
ATC group P03AX · Other Ectoparasiticides, Incl. ScabicidesAffected products
| Country | Product | Company | Since | Expected back | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IE | Benzyl Benzoate 25% w / v Application Cutaneous Emulsion 150ml | Ovelle Limited | 16 Jun 2025 | not given | Active ingredient shortage API shortage/unavailability |
| IE | Benzyl Benzoate 25% w / v Application Cutaneous Emulsion 1L | Ovelle Limited | 16 Jun 2025 | not given | Active ingredient shortage API shortage/unavailability |
"Expected back" is the date the company gave the authority, when it gave one. Ask a pharmacist about alternatives.
Questions
Is there a Benzyl Benzoate shortage?
Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, Benzyl Benzoate is reported short in 1 of the 16 countries we track: Ireland. No company has given a return date.
When will Benzyl Benzoate be back in stock?
No return date has been given; Ireland: no date given. These are company estimates reported to each authority.
Why is Benzyl Benzoate in short supply?
The most common reason reported is: active ingredient shortage. Reasons by product are listed in the table below.
Which companies have Benzyl Benzoate shortages?
Ovelle.