Beheneth-5

INCI: BEHENETH-5

CAS Number
26636-40-8
Function
Emulsifier (O/W and W/O co-emulsifier), mild thickener, solubilizer, skin conditioning
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted; CIR: safe as part of alkyl PEG ethers group (2012)

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
moderate
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

1,4-dioxane may be present as a residue from ethoxylation; lower HLB indicates increased lipophilicity and marginally higher skin interaction potential.

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Concern Level: Low

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Beheneth-5 safe in cosmetics?

1,4-dioxane may be present as a residue from ethoxylation; lower HLB indicates increased lipophilicity and marginally higher skin interaction potential. The EU classifies Beheneth-5 as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Beheneth-5 allowed in the EU?

Beheneth-5 EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Beheneth-5 do in cosmetics?

Beheneth-5 functions as: Emulsifier (O/W and W/O co-emulsifier), mild thickener, solubilizer, skin conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 26636-40-8.

What is the Margin of Safety for Beheneth-5?

adequate 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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