Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Minimal concerns. Verify absence of free behenic acid and lauryl alcohol at irritating levels. Comedogenicity unlikely but product-type dependent. Environmentally benign.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lauryl Behenate safe in cosmetics?
Minimal concerns. Verify absence of free behenic acid and lauryl alcohol at irritating levels. Comedogenicity unlikely but product-type dependent. Environmentally benign. The EU classifies Lauryl Behenate as "permitted". Safety rating: EXCELLENT.
Is Lauryl Behenate allowed in the EU?
Lauryl Behenate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Lauryl Behenate do in cosmetics?
Lauryl Behenate functions as: Emollient, skin conditioning agent, emulsifier, thickening agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 42233-07-8.
What is the Margin of Safety for Lauryl Behenate?
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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