Is Ethyl Hydroxypyrone vegan?
Ethyl Hydroxypyrone
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Ethyl Hydroxypyrone, commonly known as ethyl maltol, is a synthetic or naturally occurring flavor and fragrance compound with a sweet, caramel-like odor, used widely in food and cosmetic formulations.
| Also known as | 2-Ethyl-3-hydroxy-4H-pyran-4-one |
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| INCI name | Ethyl Hydroxypyrone |
| EC number | 225-582-5 |
| CosIng ID | 56003 |
| Last reviewed | 9 July 2026 |
An ingredient is considered vegan if it contains no animal-derived components at any point in its production.
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