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Is PPG-4-Ceteth-1 vegetarian?

PPG-4-Ceteth-1

Vegetarian Vegetarian
Vegan Vegan

A polyether derived from cetyl alcohol reacted with propylene oxide and ethylene oxide, used as an emulsifier and surfactant in cosmetic formulations. Cetyl alcohol used may be of synthetic or plant origin.

Also known as 37311-01-6
INCI name PPG-4-Ceteth-1
CAS number 9087-53-0
CosIng ID 80199
Last reviewed 9 July 2026

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