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Is Diglycol Ethylhexyl Ether vegetarian?

Diglycol Ethylhexyl Ether

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Diglycol Ethylhexyl Ether is a synthetic organic compound formed from diethylene glycol and 2-ethylhexanol, used as a solvent and emollient in cosmetic formulations.

Also known as PEG-2 Ethylhexanol, PEG-2 Ethylhexanol, Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), a-(2-ethylhexyl)-w-hydroxy-, Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), a-(2-ethylhexyl)-w-hydroxy-
INCI name Diglycol Ethylhexyl Ether
CAS number 26468-86-0
CosIng ID 97084
Last reviewed 9 July 2026

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