Is Propylene Glycol Citrate vegetarian?
Propylene Glycol Citrate
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Propylene Glycol Citrate is the monoester of citric acid and propylene glycol, used in cosmetics as an emulsifier and skin-conditioning agent. It is produced synthetically.
| Also known as | Citric acid, monoester with propylene glycol. |
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| INCI name | Propylene Glycol Citrate |
| CAS number | 85252-24-0 |
| EC number | 286-541-5 |
| CosIng ID | 37277 |
| Last reviewed | 9 July 2026 |
An ingredient is considered vegetarian if it avoids components derived from killing an animal.
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