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Is Arachidyl Behenate vegan?

Arachidyl Behenate

Vegan

Arachidyl Behenate is a wax ester formed from arachidyl alcohol and behenic acid, both fatty components typically derived from plant sources or synthesized. It is used in cosmetics as an emollient and thickening agent.

Also known as Icosyl docosanoate
INCI name Arachidyl Behenate
CAS number 42233-14-7
EC number 255-728-3
CosIng ID 74356
Last reviewed 4 July 2026

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