SAFE
Vegetable glycerin
Plant-derived glycerol (E422)
Possibly Safe
V2 Verified
Excipients & Additives
PubMed Studies
5
About
Glycerol derived from plant-based oils (soy, coconut, palm). Chemically identical to glycerol from animal sources. Preferred by vegan consumers. Same safety profile as glycerol. Source traceability relevant for GM-free and sustainable sourcing.
How it works (mechanism of action)
Acts on cellular signalling pathways relevant to the documented clinical indications. Contains bioactive compounds with enzyme-modulating, receptor-binding, or antioxidant properties studied in peer-reviewed literature.
👥 Safety by Population
🚫 Contraindications & Warnings
Same safety profile as glycerol. Soy-derived: verify GM status for GM-free consumers. Palm-derived: sustainability concerns but not a safety issue. Otherwise equivalent to glycerol.
🏷️ Other Names
Plant-derived glycerol (E422)