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Is Ethylhexyl Laurate vegan?

Ethylhexyl Laurate

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Ethylhexyl Laurate is a synthetic ester of 2-ethylhexanol and lauric acid, used as an emollient in cosmetics.

Also known as 2-Ethylhexyl Laurate
INCI name Ethylhexyl Laurate
CAS number 20292-08-4
EC number 243-697-9
CosIng ID 33884
Last reviewed 9 July 2026

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