Names and synonyms
USP NF Name
Glyceryl dibehenate
EP Name
Glycerol dibehenate
UNII Code (FDA)
R8WTH25YS2
Preferred Substance Name (FDA)
GLYCERYL DIBEHENATE
Handbook of Pharmaceutical Excipients
Glyceryl Behenate
Chemical description
Consists of mono-, di- and triesters of behenic acid (C22), the diester fraction being predominant.
Key characteristics
Product form
Pellets
Melting range (°C)
65 – 77
HLB
2
Main functionalities
Consistency agent for oily phase in topical formulations.
Main formulation technologies
Topical emulsion, oleogel, and ointment.
