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Is Cholesteryl Dichlorobenzoate vegetarian?

Cholesteryl Dichlorobenzoate

Cholesteryl Dichlorobenzoate is an ester of cholesterol and dichlorobenzoic acid. Cholesterol used in cosmetic ingredients is typically derived from animal sources such as wool grease (lanolin) or animal fat.

Also known as Cholest-5-en-3-yl 2,4-dichlorobenzoate, Cholest-5-en-3.beta.-yl 2,4-dichlorobenzoate
INCI name Cholesteryl Dichlorobenzoate
CAS number 32832-01-2
EC number 251-248-3
CosIng ID 32673
Last reviewed 9 July 2026

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