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Is Isohexyl Palmitate vegan?

Isohexyl Palmitate

Isohexyl Palmitate is the ester of isohexyl alcohol and palmitic acid, used as an emollient in cosmetics; palmitic acid can be derived from plant or animal sources.

Also known as Hexadecanoic acid, 1-methylpentyl ester
INCI name Isohexyl Palmitate
CAS number 55194-91-7
CosIng ID 34657
Last reviewed 4 July 2026

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