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Is PEG-5 DEDM Hydantoin vegetarian?

PEG-5 DEDM Hydantoin

Vegetarian Vegetarian
Vegan Vegan

PEG-5 DEDM Hydantoin is a synthetic ethoxylated dimethylhydantoin derivative used as a preservative or stabilizing agent in cosmetic formulations.

Also known as 1,3-bis(2-Hydroxyethyl)-5,5-dimethylimidazolidine-2,4-dione, ethoxylated
INCI name PEG-5 DEDM Hydantoin
CAS number 68130-12-1
CosIng ID 76921
Last reviewed 4 July 2026

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