Good Cosmetic Ingredient

OCTYLDODECYL BEHENATE

CAS Number
125804-08-2
Function
Skin Conditioning - Emollient
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status Permitted
🇺🇸 US Status prohibited
US Notes Allowed; not prohibited/restricted; CIR reviewed within broader alkyl ester group as safe

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Expert Verdict

OCTYLDODECYL BEHENATE is listed in the EU CosIng database with functions: Skin Conditioning - Emollient It is permitted in the EU without specific restrictions.

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Concern Level: Low

Regulatory Flags

cosing-sourced eu-permitted skin-conditioning emollient needs-enrichment

Frequently Asked Questions

Is OCTYLDODECYL BEHENATE safe in cosmetics?

OCTYLDODECYL BEHENATE is listed in the EU CosIng database with functions: Skin Conditioning - Emollient It is permitted in the EU without specific restrictions. The EU classifies OCTYLDODECYL BEHENATE as "Permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is OCTYLDODECYL BEHENATE allowed in the EU?

OCTYLDODECYL BEHENATE EU regulatory status: Permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does OCTYLDODECYL BEHENATE do in cosmetics?

OCTYLDODECYL BEHENATE functions as: Skin Conditioning - Emollient. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 125804-08-2.

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