Description

Behenin is a high-purity fatty acid ester, specifically the methyl ester of behenic acid, known for its excellent stability and lubricating properties. This compound is valued for its ability to enhance texture, provide a smooth finish, and act as a reliable emollient in advanced formulations. It serves as a critical ingredient for manufacturers in the personal care, cosmetics, and specialty chemical industries seeking premium raw materials for high-performance products.

Application

• Cosmetic & Personal Care Formulations: Acts as a key emollient and texture enhancer in creams, lotions, lipsticks, and makeup products, providing a non-greasy, silky feel.
• Hair Care Products: Used in conditioners and hair styling agents to impart shine, reduce frizz, and improve manageability.
• Pharmaceutical Excipient: Serves as a lubricant in tablet manufacturing and a base for topical ointments and creams.
• Industrial Lubricants & Release Agents: Functions as a bio-based lubricant and mold release agent in plastic and rubber processing.
• Food-Grade Applications: Employed as a glazing agent, release agent, or texturizer in food processing, where applicable and compliant.
• Specialty Chemical Synthesis: Used as a chemical intermediate or building block for synthesizing surfactants, emulsifiers, and other derivatives.

Basic Information

Product Name	Behenin
CAS No.	6916-74-1
Molecular Formula	C23H46O2
Molecular Weight	354.61 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl Behenate; Docosanoic Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl Docosanoate; Behenic Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl Ester of Behenic Acid; C22:0 Methyl Ester; Kemester 7022; Loxiol G 32
EINECS	230-027-5

Quality Control

Our Behenin is produced under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We adhere to relevant industry standards, and our quality control includes comprehensive testing for identity, assay, and impurity profiles. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results is provided with each shipment to guarantee compliance with your specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and heat sources.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid / Flakes
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	52 - 56 °C
Acid Value	≤ 1.0 mg KOH/g
Iodine Value	≤ 1.0 g I2/100g
Saponification Value	155 - 165 mg KOH/g
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.