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Is C12-16 Alkyl PEG-2 Hydroxypropyl Hydroxyethyl Ethylcellulose vegan?

C12-16 Alkyl PEG-2 Hydroxypropyl Hydroxyethyl Ethylcellulose

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C12-16 Alkyl PEG-2 Hydroxypropyl Hydroxyethyl Ethylcellulose is a modified cellulose ether derivative combined with C12-16 alkyl chains and ethylene oxide units, used as a thickening and film-forming agent in cosmetics.

INCI name C12-16 Alkyl PEG-2 Hydroxypropyl Hydroxyethyl Ethylcellulose
CosIng ID 54876
Last reviewed 4 July 2026

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