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Is Cetyl Glyceryl Ether vegetarian?

Cetyl Glyceryl Ether

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Cetyl Glyceryl Ether is the ether of cetyl alcohol and glycerin, used as an emollient in cosmetic formulations.

Also known as (.+-.)-3-(Hexadecyloxy)propane-1,2-diol
INCI name Cetyl Glyceryl Ether
EC number 228-149-9
CosIng ID 32604
Last reviewed 9 July 2026

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