Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Low concern; derived from natural beeswax hydrolysis products. Potential allergenicity for individuals with bee product sensitivities. Modified beeswax esterified with behenyl and isostearyl alcohols; provides structure, viscosity, and improved emulsification compared to native beeswax
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Behenyl/Isostearyl Beeswax safe in cosmetics?
Low concern; derived from natural beeswax hydrolysis products. Potential allergenicity for individuals with bee product sensitivities. Modified beeswax esterified with behenyl and isostearyl alcohols; provides structure, viscosity, and improved emulsification compared to native beeswax The EU classifies Behenyl/Isostearyl Beeswax as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Behenyl/Isostearyl Beeswax allowed in the EU?
Behenyl/Isostearyl Beeswax EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Behenyl/Isostearyl Beeswax do in cosmetics?
Behenyl/Isostearyl Beeswax functions as: Emulsifier, thickener, stabilizer, binding agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 144514-52-3 is assigned to Behenyl Beeswax; the combined behenyl/isostearyl variant may share or have a separate listing.
What is the Margin of Safety for Behenyl/Isostearyl 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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