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Behenic acid

Other names: Docosanoic acid, Behenic acid, Docosanoic acid

Harm score: 1 (Natural substances)


Behenic acid, also known as behenic acid or docosanoic acid, is one of the fatty acids found in nature. It comes from the ben nut, from which it also gets its name (the name "behenic" is derived from the Persian word for "ben"). It has a bond to the C22 carbon atom, a unique property that helps it in many different industrial applications.

Behenic acid or behenic acid is commonly found in many consumer products. In particular, it is used in the cosmetics industry, where it is a key ingredient in a number of skin and hair care products such as creams, conditioners, and more. It is also used in some food products as an additive. Its unique properties, such as its ability to form crystals and its high melting point, allow it to perform many different functions. In addition, it is used in industry as a lubricant or surfactant in the manufacturing process of certain plastics and polymers. Its widespread use is due to the fact that it is biodegradable and has a low environmental impact.

Behenic acid can be found in the following products

Organic Moringa Oil 30ml
Organic Moringa Oil 30ml
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