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Is Triacetin vegetarian?

Triacetin

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Triacetin (glyceryl triacetate) is the triester of glycerol and acetic acid, produced by complete acetylation of glycerol. It is used as a plasticiser, solvent, humectant, and food additive.

Also known as 1,2,3-Propanetriol triacetate, 1,2,3-Triacetoxypropane, Glycerol triacetate, glyceroli triacetas, Glyceryl triacetate
INCI name Triacetin
E number E1518
INS number 1518
CAS number 102-76-1
EC number 203-051-9
CosIng ID 38645
Last reviewed 22 April 2026

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