Waxes

Arachidyl Behenate

INCI: ARACHIDYL BEHENATE
CAS 42233-14-7 EC 255-728-3
Icosyl docosanoate
Limited Data
Insufficient safety data available. Consider enriching this ingredient.
Details

Description

Icosyl docosanoate

Purpose

Function

emollient, skin conditioning, viscosity controlling, film forming
Profile

Properties

Silicone
Silicone free
Compliance

Regulatory Status

EU
Permitted
Safety
EXCELLENT
US
Permitted
Absorptionlow
Sensitizationlow
MoSadequate
ConcernNone
Flags
wax-esterpartially-naturalfilm-formerbarrier-agent
Verdict

An ester of arachidyl alcohol and behenic acid classified as a wax ester. Functions as emollient, barrier agent, gloss aid, and film-former in skin care and color cosmetics. Excellent safety profile with no known concerns.

US Note

No specific FDA restrictions. Regarded as safe for use in cosmetics and personal care products.

Assessment

Ratings

Comedogenic0/5
LowHigh
Irritancy0/5
LowHigh
Reference

Identifiers

CAS Number
42233-14-7
EC Number
255-728-3
INCI
ARACHIDYL BEHENATE
Category
Waxes
Updated
Apr 2, 2026