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Is Ethyl Cellulose vegan?

Ethyl Cellulose

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Ethyl cellulose is a cellulose ether in which some of the hydroxyl groups of cellulose are replaced by ethoxy groups. It is derived from plant-based cellulose and used as a binder, film former, and coating agent in food and pharmaceutical products.

Also known as Cellulose ethyl ether, EC polymer, Ethylcellulose
INCI name Ethyl Cellulose
E number E462
CosIng ID 33853
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