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Is Hexene vegan?

Hexene

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Hexene is a hydrocarbon with the formula C6H12, an alkene used industrially, most commonly as 1-hexene, as a comonomer in polyethylene production.

Also known as 1-Hexene
INCI name Hexene
CAS number 25264-93-1
EC number 209-753-1
CosIng ID 56434
Last reviewed 9 July 2026

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