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Is Butylene Glycol Palmitate vegan?

Butylene Glycol Palmitate

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Butylene Glycol Palmitate is the ester of butylene glycol and palmitic acid, used as an emollient and skin-conditioning agent in cosmetics. Palmitic acid is typically sourced from plant oils such as palm oil.

Also known as Palmitic Acid 2-Hydroxybutyl Ester, Palmitic Acid, 2-Hydroxybutyl Ester
INCI name Butylene Glycol Palmitate
CAS number 5384-26-9
CosIng ID 55015
Last reviewed 4 July 2026

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