Aluminum Behenate

INCI: ALUMINUM BEHENATE

CAS Number
18990-72-2
Function
Viscosity Controlling, Opacifying, Bulking
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Not individually CIR-reviewed, but CIR found aluminum distearate/stearate/tristearate safe as used. Structurally analogous fatty acid aluminum salts.

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
negligible
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

Insoluble salt form significantly limits bioavailability; general aluminum exposure considerations apply at high use levels.

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Concern Level: Low

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Aluminum Behenate safe in cosmetics?

Insoluble salt form significantly limits bioavailability; general aluminum exposure considerations apply at high use levels. The EU classifies Aluminum Behenate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Aluminum Behenate allowed in the EU?

Aluminum Behenate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Aluminum Behenate do in cosmetics?

Aluminum Behenate functions as: Viscosity Controlling, Opacifying, Bulking. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 18990-72-2.

What is the Margin of Safety for Aluminum Behenate?

not established The Margin of Safety (MoS) is calculated using SCCS methodology. A MoS above 100 is generally considered safe. Use the MoS Calculator tool to calculate MoS for your specific formulation and product category.

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