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Is Isoceteth-12 vegan?

Isoceteth-12

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Isoceteth-12 is a polyethylene glycol ether formed by the ethoxylation of isocetyl alcohol (a branched C16 fatty alcohol) with an average of 12 moles of ethylene oxide. It is used as a nonionic surfactant and emulsifier in cosmetics.

Also known as Polyoxyethylene (12) Isocetyl Ether
INCI name Isoceteth-12
CAS number 69364-63-2
CosIng ID 56736
Last reviewed 4 July 2026

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