Is Glyceryl Stearate Citrate vegan?
Glyceryl Stearate Citrate
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Glyceryl Stearate Citrate is an ester formed from glyceryl monostearate and citric acid, used in cosmetics as an emulsifier. It can be produced from plant-derived or synthetic stearic acid and glycerin.
| Also known as | 1,2,3-Propanetricarboxylic acid, 2-hydroxy-, ester with 1,2,3-propanetriol monooctadecanoate, 86418-55-5 |
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| INCI name | Glyceryl Stearate Citrate |
| CAS number | 55840-13-6 |
| EC number | 259-855-5 |
| CosIng ID | 76253 |
| Last reviewed | 4 July 2026 |
An ingredient is considered vegan if it contains no animal-derived components at any point in its production.
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