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ETHYL BEHENATE

CAS 5908-87-2
82

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

About

Ethyl Behenate is a cosmetic ingredient used in product formulations. Exercise caution due to limited available safety data.

Ethyl Behenate is the ethyl ester of behenic acid (C22), listed on EU CosIng with skin-conditioning and opacifying functions. Behenic acid occurs naturally in many plant oils (e.g., rapeseed, peanut). Ethyl Behenate is not on EU Annex II (banned substances) or Annex III (restricted substances). As a saturated long-chain ester, it is chemically stable, oxidatively resistant, and exhibits very low skin penetration. It is considered one of the safer cosmetic emollients.

Skin benefits

  • Excellent emollient providing smooth skin feel
  • Improves skin barrier function
  • Adds opacity and rich texture to formulations

Known concerns

  • Negligible irritation or sensitisation potential
  • Very safe profile; no EU restrictions apply

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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