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Is Cetyl Myristate vegan?

Cetyl Myristate

Cetyl Myristate is the ester of cetyl alcohol and myristic acid, used as an emollient in cosmetics; both components may be derived from plant, animal, or synthetic sources.

Also known as Hexadecyl Tetradecanoate
INCI name Cetyl Myristate
CAS number 2599-01-1
EC number 220-001-1
CosIng ID 74963
Last reviewed 9 July 2026

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