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Surfactant

SODIUM BEHENATE

CAS 5331-77-1 Updated
84

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

About

The sodium salt of behenic acid (a long-chain plant fatty acid) — used as a mild cleansing soap and texture stabilizer. Well-tolerated, plant-derived, and safe at normal cosmetic levels.

Function

CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Mild fatty acid soap with good skin tolerance
  • Stabilizes emulsions and improves texture
  • Plant-derived (often from rapeseed/Brassica)

Known concerns

  • Soap chemistry — alkaline pH may dry out very sensitive skin
  • No significant safety concerns at cosmetic levels

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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