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Is Glyceryl Heptanoate vegetarian?

Glyceryl Heptanoate

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Glyceryl Heptanoate is the ester of glycerin and heptanoic acid, used as an emollient in cosmetic formulations.

Also known as Heptanoic Acid, Glyceryl Ester
INCI name Glyceryl Heptanoate
CAS number 26402-24-4
CosIng ID 56214
Last reviewed 9 July 2026

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