Is Hydroxypropyl Cellulose vegetarian?
Hydroxypropyl Cellulose
Hydroxypropyl cellulose (HPC) is a non-ionic cellulose ether produced by reacting cellulose (from plant sources) with propylene oxide in an alkaline environment. It is used as a thickener, emulsifier, film-former, and tablet coating agent in food, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals.
| Also known as | HPC, hydroxypropyl cellulose, Hydroxypropyl cellulose (low substituted), Hydroxypropyl Cellulose Ether, HYDROXYPROPYLCELLULOSE, hydroxypropylcellulosum, Klucel, L-HPC, Low-substituted HPC |
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| INCI name | Hydroxypropyl Cellulose |
| E number | E463 |
| INS number | 463 |
| CAS number | 9004-64-2 |
| CosIng ID | 34539 |
| Last reviewed | 16 April 2026 |
An ingredient is considered vegetarian if it avoids components derived from killing an animal.
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