C20-40 Alkyl Behenate

C20-40 Alkyl Behenate molecular structure
molecular structure · PubChem
Synthetic
Emollient
Skin Conditioner
Not Clean
OriginDerived from long-chain fatty acids and plant-based oils, typically coconut or palm sources. Synthesized through esterification of behenic acid with C20-40 fatty alcohols.
Docosanoic acid, C20-40-alkyl ester
CAS #
222722-15-8
Form
Liquid
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
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-reviewed1 paper →
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed1 review →
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EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
Concentration Guide
CIR lists it as not reported to be in use.
CIR · report published 2015
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR