Butyloctyl Behenate
AKA “Mackester B-ob, UNII-2712V7RQMH, Docosanoic acid, 2-butyloctyl ester, RefChem:122319, BUTYLOCTYL BEHENATE [INCI]
Synthetic
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Ingredient Facts
Butyloctyl behenate
AKA: Mackester B-ob, UNII-2712V7RQMH, Docosanoic acid, 2-butyloctyl ester, RefChem:122319, BUTYLOCTYL BEHENATE [INCI]
Synthetic · Skin Conditioning | Emollient · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived
Emollient
Skin Conditioner
Synthetic
Clean
A lightweight moisturizer that softens and conditions skin, leaving it smooth and hydrated without a greasy feel.
Formula
C34H68O2
Mol. Weight
508.90
CAS #
-
Form
Liquid
Plant-Derived
Synthetic. Synthesized 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.
Function
Skin Conditioning | Emollient
Benefits
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
Synthetic ester developed for cosmetic use. Designed to provide emollient properties and improve product texture in skincare formulations.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Target
Dryness
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy Safe
Yes
EWG Score4
CIR Safety Findings
medical-approval, all-shades-safe, Not a Sensitizer
Regulatory Status
USApermitted
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Verified Feb 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR