Is Glycol Montanate vegan?
Glycol Montanate
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The ethylene glycol ester of montan wax fatty acids, a mineral wax derived from lignite or peat, used as a texturizing and thickening agent in cosmetics.
| Also known as | Fatty acids, montan-wax, ethylene esters |
|---|---|
| INCI name | Glycol Montanate |
| CAS number | 73138-45-1 |
| EC number | 277-291-8 |
| CosIng ID | 34138 |
| 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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