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Is Dimethyl Methylglutarate vegan?

Dimethyl Methylglutarate

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Dimethyl Methylglutarate is a synthetic diester of methylglutaric acid, used as a solvent in cosmetic and industrial formulations, often as part of DBE (dibasic ester) blends.

Also known as Pentanedioic acid, 2-methyl-, 1,5-dimethyl ester
INCI name Dimethyl Methylglutarate
CAS number 4553-62-2
CosIng ID 86942
Last reviewed 9 July 2026

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