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Is PEG-220 vegan?

PEG-220

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PEG-220 is a high-molecular-weight polyethylene glycol with an average of 220 moles of ethylene oxide, used as a thickener and emulsifier in cosmetic formulations.

Also known as Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), alpha-hydro-omega-hydroxy-, (220 mol EO average molar ratio)
INCI name PEG-220
CAS number 25322-68-3
CosIng ID 57805
Last reviewed 9 July 2026

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