Is 2-Butanone Oxime vegan?

2-Butanone Oxime

Vegan

2-Butanone oxime is a synthetic organic compound derived from methyl ethyl ketone, used primarily as an anti-skinning agent in paints and coatings. It is manufactured chemically and has no animal origin.

Also known as MEKO, Methyl ethyl ketoxime
INCI name 2-Butanone Oxime
CAS number 78-93-3
EC number 202-496-6
CosIng ID 30151
Last reviewed 9 July 2026

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