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Is Hexyl Methacrylate vegan?

Hexyl Methacrylate

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A synthetic ester of methacrylic acid and hexanol, used as a monomer in polymer production and cosmetic formulations.

Also known as Hexyl 2-methyl-2-propenoate
INCI name Hexyl Methacrylate
CAS number 142-09-6
EC number 205-521-9
CosIng ID 40246
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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