CheckVegan

Is Dimethyl Isosorbide vegetarian?

Dimethyl Isosorbide

Vegetarian Vegetarian
Vegan Vegan

Dimethyl Isosorbide is a synthetic solvent derived from isosorbide, which is produced from plant-based D-sorbitol (from D-glucose/starch). It is used in cosmetics as a solubilizer and penetration enhancer.

Also known as 1,4:3,6-Dianhydro-2,5-di-O-methyl-D-glucitol
INCI name Dimethyl Isosorbide
CAS number 652-67-5
EC number 226-159-8
CosIng ID 75870
Last reviewed 4 July 2026

An ingredient is considered vegetarian if it avoids components derived from killing an animal.

Classifications are made to the best of our knowledge based on available scientific and regulatory sources. We cannot guarantee the accuracy of every entry, errors in the sources we draw from can always occur. This tool also cannot account for cross-contamination, which depends entirely on individual suppliers and producers. If you believe a classification is incorrect, you can report an issue.

Report an issue