Is Ethyl Cellulose vegan?

Ethyl Cellulose

Vegan

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
E number E462
Last reviewed 22 April 2026

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