Is Fuel Oil No. 6 vegan?
Fuel Oil No. 6
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Fuel oil No. 6 is a heavy residual fraction obtained from the distillation of petroleum, used as a fuel in industrial and marine applications. It is a mineral, non-animal-derived petroleum product.
| Also known as | Bunker C fuel oil, Heavy fuel oil No. 6 |
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| INCI name | Fuel Oil No. 6 |
| CAS number | 68553-00-4 |
| EC number | 271-384-7 |
| CosIng ID | 29124 |
| Last reviewed | 9 July 2026 |
An ingredient is considered vegan if it contains no animal-derived components at any point in its production.
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