Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Very low toxicity. As a long-chain saturated fatty acid methyl ester (C22), it is chemically inert and non-irritating. No known sensitization potential. Methyl ester of behenic acid (C22:0); waxy solid at room temperature; provides occlusive and emollient properties; also used as a GC reference standard in analytical chemistry due to its well-defined retention characteristics
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Methyl Behenate safe in cosmetics?
Very low toxicity. As a long-chain saturated fatty acid methyl ester (C22), it is chemically inert and non-irritating. No known sensitization potential. Methyl ester of behenic acid (C22:0); waxy solid at room temperature; provides occlusive and emollient properties; also used as a GC reference standard in analytical chemistry due to its well-defined retention characteristics The EU classifies Methyl Behenate as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Methyl Behenate allowed in the EU?
Methyl Behenate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Methyl Behenate do in cosmetics?
Methyl Behenate functions as: Skin Conditioning - Emollient; moisturizing agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 929-77-1.
What is the Margin of Safety for Methyl 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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