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Is Isopropyl Sorbate vegetarian?

Isopropyl Sorbate

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Isopropyl Sorbate is a synthetic ester formed from sorbic acid and isopropyl alcohol, used as a preservative or emollient in cosmetic formulations.

Also known as Isopropyl hexa-2,4-dienoate
INCI name Isopropyl Sorbate
CAS number 44987-75-9
EC number 256-175-0
CosIng ID 34704
Last reviewed 9 July 2026

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