Dihydroabietyl Behenate
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning - emollient in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
1-Phenanthrenemethanol, dodecahydro-1,4a-dimethyl-7-(1-methylethyl)-, docosanoate
What does it do?
Dihydroabietyl 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
Dihydroabietyl 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 Dihydroabietyl Behenate?
Dihydroabietyl Behenate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 1-Phenanthrenemethanol, dodecahydro-1,4a-dimethyl-7-(1-methylethyl)-, docosanoate
Is Dihydroabietyl Behenate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Dihydroabietyl Behenate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Dihydroabietyl Behenate do in cosmetic products?
Dihydroabietyl Behenate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning - emollient.
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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