Is Methylbutylphenyl Hexyloxybenzoate vegan?
Methylbutylphenyl Hexyloxybenzoate
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Methylbutylphenyl Hexyloxybenzoate is a synthetic organic UV filter used in sunscreen and cosmetic formulations to absorb ultraviolet light.
| Also known as | Benzoic acid, 4 –(hexyloxy)-, [(2S)-2-methylbutyl]phenyl ester, Benzoic acid, 4-(hexyloxy)-, [(2S)-2-methylbutyl]phenyl ester |
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| INCI name | Methylbutylphenyl Hexyloxybenzoate |
| CAS number | 69777-59-9 |
| EC number | 274-112-5 |
| CosIng ID | 58123 |
| 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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