Regulatory Status
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Expert Verdict
Potential allergenicity for individuals with bee product allergies (propolis, honey, pollen cross-reactivity); otherwise well-tolerated. Ester of beeswax fatty acids and behenyl alcohol (1-docosanol); yellowish waxy solid; functions as thickener, emulsifier, and stabilizer; provides moisturizing protective barrier; good thermal stability
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Behenyl Beeswax safe in cosmetics?
Potential allergenicity for individuals with bee product allergies (propolis, honey, pollen cross-reactivity); otherwise well-tolerated. Ester of beeswax fatty acids and behenyl alcohol (1-docosanol); yellowish waxy solid; functions as thickener, emulsifier, and stabilizer; provides moisturizing protective barrier; good thermal stability The EU classifies Behenyl Beeswax as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Behenyl Beeswax allowed in the EU?
Behenyl Beeswax EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Behenyl Beeswax do in cosmetics?
Behenyl Beeswax functions as: Skin conditioning, viscosity controlling. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 144514-52-3.
What is the Margin of Safety for Behenyl Beeswax?
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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