Is 10-Hydroxydecenoic Acid vegetarian?
10-Hydroxydecenoic Acid
Vegetarian
Not Vegetarian
Vegan
Not Vegan
10-Hydroxydecenoic acid, also known as queen bee acid, is a fatty acid naturally found in royal jelly produced by honeybees; it can also be produced synthetically.
| Also known as | 10-Hydroxy-trans-2-decenoic Acid, Queen Bee Acid |
|---|---|
| INCI name | 10-Hydroxydecenoic Acid |
| CAS number | 765-01-5 |
| CosIng ID | 54175 |
| Last reviewed | 4 July 2026 |
An ingredient is considered vegetarian if it avoids components derived from killing an animal.
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