Butyloctyl Behenate
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning - emollient in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What does it do?
Butyloctyl Behenate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Skin conditioning - emollient
softens the skin by reducing roughness and friction between skin cells
EU regulatory status
Butyloctyl Behenate 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 Butyloctyl Behenate?
Butyloctyl Behenate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. A detailed chemical description is not currently available in the public dataset.
Is Butyloctyl Behenate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Butyloctyl Behenate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Butyloctyl Behenate do in cosmetic products?
Butyloctyl Behenate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning - emollient.
What is the CAS number of Butyloctyl Behenate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Butyloctyl Behenate is -.
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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