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Is Cetyl Glycol Isostearate vegetarian?

Cetyl Glycol Isostearate

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Cetyl Glycol Isostearate is a synthetic ester of isostearic acid and cetyl glycol, used as an emollient in cosmetic formulations.

Also known as Isooctadecanoic acid, 2-hydroxyhexadecyl ester
INCI name Cetyl Glycol Isostearate
CosIng ID 74958
Last reviewed 9 July 2026

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