Is Mineral Oil Vegan?

Also known as: Paraffinum liquidum, Liquid paraffin, White mineral oil, Liquid petrolatum

Related ingredients: Petrolatum

Vegan

Last checked 22 Sept 2026 How we decide

Mineral oil is vegan. It is a refined petroleum ingredient, and label names such as Paraffinum Liquidum and liquid petrolatum refer to the same non-animal source.

What is Mineral Oil?

Mineral oil is a purified liquid mixture of hydrocarbons obtained from petroleum. Cosmetic labels may use Mineral Oil or Paraffinum Liquidum.

Ingredient Data

Vegan Status

Vegan

Also Known As

Paraffinum liquidum; Liquid paraffin; White mineral oil; Liquid petrolatum

Source

Mineral oil is a refined petroleum hydrocarbon mixture.

Commonly Found In

Moisturizers, baby oils, ointments, makeup removers and hair products.

Frequently asked questions

Is liquid petrolatum the same as petrolatum?

Liquid petrolatum is a mineral oil name. Petrolatum or petroleum jelly is a related semi-solid petroleum ingredient.

Sources

Mineral Oil ingredient substance record · U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Substances Added to Food: White Mineral Oil · U.S. Food and Drug Administration

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