Behenyl Erucate
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Docosyl (Z)-docos-13-enoate
What does it do?
Behenyl Erucate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
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Skin conditioning - emollient
softens the skin by reducing roughness and friction between skin cells
EU regulatory status
Behenyl Erucate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the European Union under Regulation 1223/2009. It is not subject to a specific Annex restriction at the time of writing.
Frequently asked questions
What is Behenyl Erucate?
Behenyl Erucate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Docosyl (Z)-docos-13-enoate
Is Behenyl Erucate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Behenyl Erucate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Behenyl Erucate do in cosmetic products?
Behenyl Erucate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient.
What is the CAS number of Behenyl Erucate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Behenyl Erucate is 18312-32-8.
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Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 15/10/2010