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Is PEG-26 Castor Oil vegetarian?

PEG-26 Castor Oil

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PEG-26 Castor Oil is the polyethylene glycol ether of castor oil, produced by reacting castor oil with 26 moles of ethylene oxide; it is used as an emulsifier and solubilizer in cosmetics.

Also known as Polyethylene Glycol 26 Castor Oil
INCI name PEG-26 Castor Oil
CAS number 61791-12-6
CosIng ID 78136
Last reviewed 9 July 2026

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