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Is Methyl Cyclodextrin vegetarian?

Methyl Cyclodextrin

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Methyl Cyclodextrin is a methylated derivative of beta-cyclodextrin, a cyclic oligosaccharide produced from starch via enzymatic conversion, used in cosmetics as a solubilizer and complexing agent.

Also known as Beta-Cyclodextrin Methyl Ethers, β-Cyclodextrin, methyl ethers
INCI name Methyl Cyclodextrin
CAS number 128446-36-6
EC number 603-270-3
CosIng ID 78255
Last reviewed 4 July 2026

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