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Is Myristyl Glucoside vegan?

Myristyl Glucoside

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Myristyl Glucoside is a nonionic surfactant formed from the reaction of myristyl alcohol and glucose, used as an emulsifier and cleansing agent in cosmetic formulations. It is typically derived from plant-based sugars and fatty alcohols.

Also known as Tetradecyl D-glucopyranoside
INCI name Myristyl Glucoside
CAS number 526-55-6
CosIng ID 57196
Last reviewed 9 July 2026

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