Is Acetyl Trihexyl Citrate vegan?

Acetyl Trihexyl Citrate

Vegan

Acetyl Trihexyl Citrate is a synthetic ester of citric acid, part of the acetylated citrate triester family, used as a plasticiser in cosmetics such as eyeliner and nail polish. It has a good safety profile and is expected to biodegrade via ester hydrolysis.

Also known as 1,2,3-propanetricarboxylic acid, 2-acetyloxy-, trihexyl ester
INCI name Acetyl Trihexyl Citrate
CAS number 24817-92-3
CosIng ID 73991
Last reviewed 4 July 2026

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