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Is Triethylene Glycol vegan?

Triethylene Glycol

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Triethylene Glycol is a synthetic, colorless, odorless viscous liquid used as a plasticizer, solvent, and disinfectant, as well as a humectant in cosmetics.

Also known as 2,2'-(Ethylenedioxy)diethanol, TEG, Triglycol
INCI name Triethylene Glycol
CAS number 112-27-6
EC number 203-953-2
CosIng ID 80352
Last reviewed 4 July 2026

An ingredient is considered vegan if it contains no animal-derived components at any point in its production.

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