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Is Ethylhexyl Gallate vegan?

Ethylhexyl Gallate

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Ethylhexyl Gallate (2-ethylhexyl gallate) is an ester of gallic acid used as an antioxidant preservative in cosmetics and other products.

Also known as octylis gallas
INCI name Ethylhexyl Gallate
CAS number 34531-26-5
EC number 252-073-5
CosIng ID 76025
Last reviewed 9 July 2026

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