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Emollient

PROPYLENE GLYCOL BEHENATE

CAS 27923-61-1 / 100214-87-7 Updated
78

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A propylene glycol ester of behenic acid — a plant-derived emollient and structure-builder for sticks and creams. No flagged concerns; rare PG contact sensitivity.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Plant-derived emollient and consistency factor
  • Provides smooth skin feel
  • Stable, low-reactivity ester
  • Useful in sticks and creams

Known concerns

  • Propylene glycol moiety — rare contact sensitization
  • No flagged systemic concerns at cosmetic %

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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