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Is PEG-2M vegan?

PEG-2M

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PEG-2M is a synthetic polyethylene glycol polymer with an average molecular weight of approximately 2,000,000, used as a thickening and film-forming agent in cosmetic formulations.

Also known as Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), alpha-hydro-omega-hydroxy- (2000 mol EO average molar ratio)
INCI name PEG-2M
CAS number 25322-68-3
CosIng ID 78142
Last reviewed 4 July 2026

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