Beheneth-20
INCI: BEHENETH-20
CAS 26636-40-8
Docosanol, ethoxylated, 20 mol EO (average molar ratio)
Limited Data
Insufficient safety data available. Consider enriching this ingredient.
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Description
Docosanol, ethoxylated, 20 mol EO (average molar ratio)
Purpose
Function
Emulsifier (O/W), surfactant, humectant
Profile
Properties
Silicone
Silicone free
Compliance
Regulatory Status
EU
Permitted
Safety
GOOD
US
Permitted
Absorptionlow
Sensitizationlow
MoSadequate
ConcernLow
Verdict
Potential 1,4-dioxane trace contamination from ethoxylation process; must verify residual levels comply with applicable limits
US Note
Permitted for cosmetic use; CIR concluded safe when formulated to be non-irritating (Int. J. Toxicol., 2012)
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