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Is Octoxynol-9 vegan?

Octoxynol-9

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A nonionic surfactant formed by ethoxylation of octylphenol with 9 moles of ethylene oxide, closely related to Triton X-100; used as a detergent and emulsifier in cosmetic and laboratory applications.

Also known as Triton X-100
INCI name Octoxynol-9
CAS number 9002-93-1
CosIng ID 77681
Last reviewed 9 July 2026

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