Is Glyceryl Lactate vegan?
Glyceryl Lactate
Glyceryl Lactate is the monoester of glycerin and lactic acid, used in cosmetics as an emollient and moisturizing agent. It can be produced from plant-derived glycerin and synthetic or fermentation-derived lactic acid.
| Also known as | Propanoic acid, 2-hydroxy-, monoester with 1,2,3-propanetrio1, Propanoic acid, 2-hydroxy-, monoester with 1,2,3-propanetriol |
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| INCI name | Glyceryl Lactate |
| CAS number | 26855-41-4 |
| CosIng ID | 95535 |
| Last reviewed | 4 July 2026 |
An ingredient is considered vegan if it contains no animal-derived components at any point in its production.
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