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Is Sepiolite vegetarian?

Sepiolite

Vegetarian Vegetarian
Vegan Vegan

Sepiolite, also known as meerschaum, is a soft, white, fibrous magnesium silicate clay mineral of mineral (non-animal, non-plant) origin, used in cosmetics as an absorbent and thickening agent.

Also known as Meerschaum
INCI name Sepiolite
E number E562
INS number 562
CAS number 63800-37-3
EC number 264-456-3
CosIng ID 86275
Last reviewed 4 July 2026

An ingredient is considered vegetarian if it avoids components derived from killing an animal.

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