Is Trimethylolpropane Tristearate vegetarian?
Trimethylolpropane Tristearate
Vegetarian
Unconfirmed
Vegan
Unconfirmed
Trimethylolpropane Tristearate is a synthetic triester of trimethylolpropane and stearic acid, used as an emollient and thickening agent in cosmetics.
| Also known as | 2-Ethyl-2-[[(1-oxooctadecyl)oxy]methyl]propane-1,3-diyl distearate |
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| INCI name | Trimethylolpropane Tristearate |
| CAS number | 15196-52-8 |
| EC number | 239-252-3 |
| CosIng ID | 80396 |
| Last reviewed | 9 July 2026 |
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