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Is Hydrocarbons, C4 vegetarian?

Hydrocarbons, C4

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A complex mixture of hydrocarbons with four carbon atoms, obtained from petroleum refining or cracking processes. It is used as fuel or a chemical feedstock and is restricted when butadiene content exceeds 0.1% w/w.

Also known as Hydrocarbons, C4
INCI name Hydrocarbons, C4
CAS number 87741-01-3
EC number 289-339-5
CosIng ID 28997
Last reviewed 9 July 2026

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