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Is Glycol Ethylhexanoate vegan?

Glycol Ethylhexanoate

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Glycol Ethylhexanoate is the ester of ethylene glycol and 2-ethylhexanoic acid, used as an emollient and solvent in cosmetics. It is a synthetic ingredient.

Also known as Hexanoic acid, 2-ethyl-, 2-hydroxyethyl ester
INCI name Glycol Ethylhexanoate
CosIng ID 34136
Last reviewed 9 July 2026

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