Is Arachideth-42 vegan?

Arachideth-42

Unconfirmed

Arachideth-42 is the polyethylene glycol ether of arachidyl alcohol, with an average of 42 moles of ethylene oxide; it is used as an emulsifier in cosmetics. Arachidyl alcohol can be derived from plant sources or animal fats, so its ultimate origin is not always confirmed.

INCI name Arachideth-42
CAS number 26636-39-5
CosIng ID 94681
Last reviewed 4 July 2026

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