Cetearyl Behenate
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient, skin protecting in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Docosanoic acid, C16-18 alkyl ester
What does it do?
Cetearyl Behenate 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
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Skin protecting
helps shield skin from external environmental factors
EU regulatory status
Cetearyl 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 Cetearyl Behenate?
Cetearyl Behenate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Docosanoic acid, C16-18 alkyl ester
Is Cetearyl Behenate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Cetearyl Behenate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Cetearyl Behenate do in cosmetic products?
Cetearyl Behenate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient, skin protecting.
What is the CAS number of Cetearyl Behenate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Cetearyl Behenate is 246159-35-3.
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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