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Is Dimethyl Carbonate vegetarian?

Dimethyl Carbonate

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Dimethyl Carbonate is a synthetic organic compound and carbonate ester, used as a solvent and methylating agent; it is considered a green reagent and is used in cosmetic and industrial applications.

Also known as Carbonic acid, dimethyl ester
INCI name Dimethyl Carbonate
CAS number 616-38-6
EC number 210-478-4
CosIng ID 55918
Last reviewed 9 July 2026

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