Methyl behenate (inci)

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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CAS Number 929-77-1

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Methyl behenate is used in cosmetic formulations (behenate refers to a salt/ester of behenic acid). The methyl behenic acid ester with the linear formula CH3-(CH2)20-COOCH3 acts as a skin care and moisturizing agent (preserves the moisture of the skin).

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Humectants in cosmetics;

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020