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Is Residues (petroleum), butane splitter bottoms vegetarian?

Residues (petroleum), butane splitter bottoms

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A complex petroleum residue derived from the bottoms of a butane splitter distillation column, regulated when containing more than 0.1% w/w benzene.

Also known as Butane splitter bottoms residues
INCI name Residues (petroleum), butane splitter bottoms
CAS number 68478-12-6
EC number 270-791-7
CosIng ID 81658
Last reviewed 10 July 2026

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