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Is Propylene Glycol Distearate vegetarian?

Propylene Glycol Distearate

Propylene Glycol Distearate is the diester of propylene glycol and stearic acid, used in cosmetics to produce pearlescent effects and as an emollient; stearic acid may be sourced from plant or animal fats.

Also known as Propylene distearate
INCI name Propylene Glycol Distearate
CAS number 627-83-8
EC number 228-229-3
CosIng ID 78803
Last reviewed 9 July 2026

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