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Is Trihydroxystearin vegan?

Trihydroxystearin

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Trihydroxystearin is the triglyceride ester of hydroxystearic acid, typically derived from hydrogenated castor oil (Ricinus communis), used as a thickening and gelling agent in cosmetics.

Also known as 1,2,3-Propanetriyl tris(12-hydroxyoctadecanoate)
INCI name Trihydroxystearin
CAS number 139-44-6
EC number 205-364-6
CosIng ID 38718
Last reviewed 4 July 2026

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