CheckVegan

Is Triethylene Glycol Dimethyl Ether vegan?

Triethylene Glycol Dimethyl Ether

Vegan Vegan
Vegetarian Vegetarian

Triethylene glycol dimethyl ether (triglyme) is a synthetic glycol ether solvent used as a reaction medium in organic chemistry and as a component of brake fluids, paints, adhesives and paint strippers.

Also known as 1,2-Bis(2-methoxyethoxy)ethane, TEGDME, Triglyme
INCI name Triethylene Glycol Dimethyl Ether
CAS number 112-49-2
EC number 203-977-3
CosIng ID 30174
Last reviewed 9 July 2026

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

Classifications are made to the best of our knowledge based on available scientific and regulatory sources. We cannot guarantee the accuracy of every entry, errors in the sources we draw from can always occur. This tool also cannot account for cross-contamination, which depends entirely on individual suppliers and producers. If you believe a classification is incorrect, you can report an issue.

Report an issue