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Is Butylene Glycol Behenate vegan?

Butylene Glycol Behenate

Butylene Glycol Behenate is an ester of butylene glycol and behenic acid, used as an emollient and thickening agent in cosmetics. Behenic acid may be derived from plant sources (e.g. rapeseed) or animal fats.

Also known as 2-Hydroxybutyl Docosanoate
INCI name Butylene Glycol Behenate
CosIng ID 55009
Last reviewed 4 July 2026

An ingredient is considered vegan if it contains no animal-derived components at any point in its production.

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