Is Ceteth-4 Vegetarian?
AvoidAnimal product not typically used in food (more typically seen in medications, supplements, cosmetics and/or cleaning supplies).
Ceteth-4 and the Vegetarian Diet
Ceteth-4 is a polyethylene glycol ether of cetyl alcohol, commonly used as an emulsifying agent in pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and certain cleaning supplies. It helps to blend oil and water-based ingredients, providing a consistent texture and stability to the products. While it is not typically used in food, it may appear in some dietary supplements.
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