CheckVegan

Is PEG-16 Macadamia Glycerides vegetarian?

PEG-16 Macadamia Glycerides

Vegetarian Vegetarian
Vegan Vegan

PEG-16 Macadamia Glycerides is the polyethylene glycol derivative (16 moles ethylene oxide) of mono- and diglycerides derived from macadamia nut oil, used as an emollient, emulsifier, and solubilizer in cosmetics.

Also known as Glycerides, Macadamia Nut (Macadamia Ternifolia) Oil Mono- and Di-, Ethoxylated
INCI name PEG-16 Macadamia Glycerides
CosIng ID 57645
Last reviewed 9 July 2026

An ingredient is considered vegetarian if it avoids components derived from killing an animal.

Classifications are made to the best of our knowledge based on available scientific and regulatory sources. We cannot guarantee the accuracy of every entry, errors in the sources we draw from can always occur. This tool also cannot account for cross-contamination, which depends entirely on individual suppliers and producers. If you believe a classification is incorrect, you can report an issue.

Report an issue