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Is Tar Oil vegan?

Tar Oil

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Tar oil is a volatile oil distilled from wood tar, typically obtained from trees of the family Pinaceae (pines). It is used as a fragrance and preservative ingredient in cosmetics and personal care products.

Also known as Pine Tar Oil
INCI name Tar Oil
CAS number 8002-29-7
EC number 232-306-1
CosIng ID 60068
Last reviewed 4 July 2026

An ingredient is considered vegan if it contains no animal-derived components at any point in its production.

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