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Is PPG-10 Cetyl Ether vegan?

PPG-10 Cetyl Ether

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PPG-10 Cetyl Ether is a synthetic ether formed from cetyl alcohol and polypropylene glycol (10 moles propylene oxide), used in cosmetics as an emollient and emulsifier, commonly found in hair care products like shampoo.

Also known as Poly[oxy(methyl-1,2-ethanediyl)] alpha-hexadecyl-omega-hydroxy
INCI name PPG-10 Cetyl Ether
CAS number 9035-85-2
CosIng ID 79831
Last reviewed 10 July 2026

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