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Is Propylene Glycol Behenate vegetarian?

Propylene Glycol Behenate

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Propylene Glycol Behenate is the ester of propylene glycol and behenic acid (docosanoic acid), typically derived from vegetable fats, used as an emollient and thickener in cosmetics.

Also known as 100214-87-7, Docosanoic acid, 2-hydroxypropyl ester
INCI name Propylene Glycol Behenate
CAS number 27923-61-1
CosIng ID 78698
Last reviewed 4 July 2026

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