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Is Beta-Glucan Palmitate vegetarian?

Beta-Glucan Palmitate

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Beta-Glucan Palmitate is an ester of beta-1,3-glucan, a polysaccharide typically derived from yeast or cereal sources, with palmitic acid, used as a skin-conditioning agent.

Also known as Beta-1,3-Glucan Hexadecanoate
INCI name Beta-Glucan Palmitate
CosIng ID 54746
Last reviewed 10 July 2026

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