Benzyl acetate is used primarily as a component of perfumes for soaps and as a flavoring ingredient. As a flavoring ingredient, it is found in a variety of baked goods, soft and hard candy, various beverages, frozen dairy, and chewing gum products.t is the ester formed by condensation of benzyl alcohol and acetic acid. Benzyl acetate is found naturally in many flowers. It is the primary constituent of the essential oils from the flowers jasmine, ylang-ylang and tobira. It has pleasant sweet aroma reminiscent of jasmine.
To meet the minimum lysine requirements of adult and growing dogs, a food must contain a minimum available lysine content of 0.48 and 0.59%, respectively, for diets containing 3,500 kcal ME/kg [calculated from values published in AAFCO (9), taking into consideration the correction for bioavailability].
L-lysine is not commonly available in an eye drop or ointment, however your veterinarian may be able to have a compounding pharmacy make some for you. If this is not possible, L-lysine comes in pills, powders and a flavored gel (Viralys) for oral administration. Many people have found that the gel, which is marketed specifically for cats, is a very convenient way to give cats their L-lysine dose.