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Is Isocetyl Ethylhexanoate vegetarian?

Isocetyl Ethylhexanoate

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Isocetyl Ethylhexanoate is a synthetic ester of isocetyl alcohol and 2-ethylhexanoic acid, used as an emollient in cosmetic formulations.

Also known as Hexanoic acid, 2-ethyl-, isohexadecyl ester, Isohexadecyl 2-Ethylhexanoate
INCI name Isocetyl Ethylhexanoate
CosIng ID 34621
Last reviewed 9 July 2026

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