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Is Bentonite vegan?

Bentonite

Vegan

Bentonite is a colloidal clay mineral consisting primarily of montmorillonite, used as an anti-caking agent (E558) in food and as an absorbent, viscosity modifier, and opacifier in cosmetic formulations.

Also known as Aluminium montmorillonite, Bentonitum, Colloidal clay, Montmorillonite clay, Swelling clay
INCI name Bentonite
E number E558
CAS number 1302-78-9
EC number 215-108-5
CosIng ID 32125
Last reviewed 22 April 2026

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