murphyButyloctyl Behenate
AKA: Mackester B-ob, Docosanoic acid, 2-butyloctyl ester, 916596-97-9, BUTYLOCTYL BEHENATE [INCI]
Synthetic
Emollient
Skin Conditioner
Not Clean
OriginSynthesized from long-chain fatty acids and alcohols, belonging to the ester chemical family. Produced through esterification reaction between behenyl alcohol and octyl alcohol-derived fatty acid components.
The CIR Expert Panel concluded that the alkyl esters, listed subsequently, are safe in the present practices of use and concentration described in this safety assessment when formulated to be non-irritating.
Formula
C34H68O2
Mol. Weight
508.90
CAS #
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Form
Liquid
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
Emollient
Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.
Locks In Moisture
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed1 review →
Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.
Verified Jun 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR