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 |
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| 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 |
An ingredient is considered vegetarian if it avoids components derived from killing an animal.
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