Beheneth-2
INCI: BEHENETH-2
CAS 26636-40-8 (generic ethoxylated docosanol)
Beheneth-2 is the polyethylene glycol ether of Behenyl Alcohol
Limited Data
Insufficient safety data available. Consider enriching this ingredient.
Details
Description
Beheneth-2 is the polyethylene glycol ether of Behenyl Alcohol
Purpose
Function
Emulsifying (co-emulsifier, W/O support); low HLB (~5); thickener/consistency agent
Profile
Properties
Silicone
Silicone free
Compliance
Regulatory Status
EU
Permitted
Safety
EXCELLENT
US
Permitted
Absorptionmoderate
Sensitizationlow
MoSadequate
ConcernLow
Verdict
Beheneth-2 is a safe emulsifier with potential for 1,4-dioxane residuals from ethoxylation; its more lipophilic character results in slightly greater skin interaction than higher-EO beheneth grades.
US Note
Not restricted; CIR-reviewed as part of alkyl PEG ethers group — safe as used
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