Is Butyl Glycolate vegetarian?
Butyl Glycolate
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Butyl Glycolate is the ester formed from butyl alcohol and glycolic acid, used as a solvent and cosmetic ingredient. Glycolic acid, its precursor, is widespread in nature and can also be produced synthetically.
| Also known as | Acetic acid, 2-hydroxy-, butyl ester, Acetic acid, 2-hydroxy-, butyl ester,Butyl hydroxyacetate, Butyl hydroxyacetate |
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| INCI name | Butyl Glycolate |
| CAS number | 79-14-1 |
| EC number | 230-991-7 |
| CosIng ID | 90055 |
| Last reviewed | 10 July 2026 |
An ingredient is considered vegetarian if it avoids components derived from killing an animal.
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