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Is Petrolatum (petroleum), silicic acid-treated vegan?

Petrolatum (petroleum), silicic acid-treated

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Petrolatum treated with silicic acid to remove impurities, derived from petroleum refining; regulated unless the full refining history demonstrates the source material is not carcinogenic. It is a mineral substance, not of animal or plant origin.

Also known as Petrolatum, silicic acid treated
INCI name Petrolatum (petroleum), silicic acid-treated
CAS number 97862-98-1
EC number 308-150-1
CosIng ID 29083
Last reviewed 9 July 2026

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