Is PEN vegan?

Polyethylene Naphthalate is also known as PEN.

Polyethylene Naphthalate is a synthetic polyester derived from naphthalene-2,6-dicarboxylic acid and ethylene glycol, related to polyethylene terephthalate but with superior barrier properties. It is used in fibers, films, and cosmetic formulations.

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