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Emulsifier

BEHENETH-5

CAS 26636-40-8 Updated
65

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

About

A PEG-type emulsifier built on behenyl alcohol with 5 EO units. Mild on skin and hair; the main caveat is trace 1,4-dioxane from manufacturing.

Skin benefits

  • Mild non-ionic surfactant
  • Emulsifies oil and water
  • Hair conditioning at low %

Known concerns

  • Trace 1,4-dioxane possible from ethoxylation
  • Ethoxylated polymer family

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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