Is Polysorbate 21 vegetarian?
Polysorbate 21
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
Vegan
Vegan
Polysorbate 21 is a nonionic surfactant and emulsifier formed by the ethoxylation of sorbitan monolaurate, used in cosmetic formulations.
| Also known as | Sorbitan Monododecanoate Ethoxylate |
|---|---|
| INCI name | Polysorbate 21 |
| CAS number | 9005-64-5 |
| CosIng ID | 79319 |
| Last reviewed | 4 July 2026 |
An ingredient is considered vegetarian if it avoids components derived from killing an animal.
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