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Is Carboxymethyl Hydroxyethylcellulose vegetarian?

Carboxymethyl Hydroxyethylcellulose

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Carboxymethyl Hydroxyethylcellulose is a cellulose derivative made by chemically modifying plant-derived cellulose, used as a thickener and stabilizer in cosmetics.

Also known as Cellulose, carboxymethyl 2-hydroxyethyl ether, sodium salt
INCI name Carboxymethyl Hydroxyethylcellulose
CAS number 9088-04-4
CosIng ID 74828
Last reviewed 4 July 2026

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