Koster Keunen Behenyl Alcohol S75 Wax No. 269

Identification & Functionality

INCI Name

Behenyl Alcohol

Cosmetic Ingredients Functions

Binder,

Gel Former,

Gloss Enhancer,

Solubilizer,

Thickener,

Viscosity Modifier

CAS No.

661-19-8

EC No.

211-546-6

Technologies

Cosmetic Ingredients

Product Families

Cosmetic Ingredients — Functionals

Emulsifiers, Solubilizers & Dispersants,

Rheology Modifiers,

Texturizers & Fillers,

Visual Modifiers

Features & Benefits

Benefit Claims

Softening

Labeling Claims

Clean at Sephora,

Credo Clean Standard,

Kosher

Applications & Uses

Markets

Personal Care

Applications

Personal Care — Beauty & Care

AP/Deo,

Color Cosmetics,

Hair Care,

Skin Care,

Sun Care,

Treatment Products

Application Format

Balm,

Creams,

Gel,

Leave On,

Lotions,

Roll On,

Spray,

Stick

AP/Deo Applications

Antiperspirants

Color Cosmetic Applications

Lip Balm,

Mascara

Sun Care Applications

Sunscreen Lotion

Formulations Guidelines

Koster Keunen designed this behenyl alcohol to reduce the crystalline structure which enhances the functionality. It can be used in color cosmetics, sunscreens, skin and hair care. Uses include SPF products, mascaras, sticks, lip balms, emulsions, hair products and antiperspirants.

Properties

Chemical Properties

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Acid Value	max. 0.5	mgKOH/g	(USP 401)
Melting point	68-75	°C	(USP 741 Apparatus II)
Saponification Value	max. 0.5	mgKOH/g	(USP 401)
Hydroxyl Value	max. 1	g/100g	(USP 401)

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance

Kosher

Chemical Inventories

AICS (Australia),

DSL (Canada),

ENCS (Japan),

IECSC (China)

Storage & Handling

Shelf Life

2 Years