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Behenyl Alcohol

Docosan-1-ol

Safety Notes

Long-chain fatty alcohol; gives rich luxurious texture; very well tolerated; often derived from rapeseed

Function & Common Use

Function

Emulsifying / Viscosity controlling

Concentration Limits

India (CDSCO)

No limit

EU Cosmetics Reg.

No limit

US FDA (21 CFR)

No specific 21 CFR cosmetic limit identified in source checked

Korea (MFDS)

No specific MFDS limit identified in source checked; verify if ingredient is used in a Korean functional cosmetic category

Pregnancy: No specific restriction identified in source checked; standard cosmetic use

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Behenyl Alcohol safe to use in skincare?

Behenyl Alcohol has a Low concern rating from The Clean Sheet. Long-chain fatty alcohol; gives rich luxurious texture; very well tolerated; often derived from rapeseed

Is Behenyl Alcohol allowed in India?

Behenyl Alcohol is currently classified as "Permitted" under Indian cosmetics regulations. No concentration limit is specified for India.

What is Behenyl Alcohol used for in cosmetics?

Behenyl Alcohol functions as: Emulsifying / Viscosity controlling. It is commonly found in: Rich creams, hair conditioners.

TCS Assessment

Low Concern

Data Confidence

High

Based on peer-reviewed safety data, regulatory status, and expert review by The Clean Sheet panel.

Regulatory Status

India (CDSCO)

Permitted

US FDA

Permitted

Korea (MFDS)

Permitted

Australia (TGA)

Cosmetic ingredient; standard TGA cosmetic framework applies; no therapeutic goods listing required unless therapeutic claims are made

Canada (NHPID)

Not specifically listed as restricted cosmetic ingredient in NHPID source checked; standard Health Canada cosmetic notification applies

Identifiers

CAS661-19-8

EC211-546-6

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