Is 2-Acetylhydroquinone vegetarian?
2-Acetylhydroquinone
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2-Acetylhydroquinone, also known as piceol, is a phenolic compound found naturally in Norway spruce needles and mycorrhizal roots, and can also be produced synthetically for use as a cosmetic ingredient.
| Also known as | Ethanone, 1-(2,5-Dihydroxyphenyl)-, Piceol |
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| INCI name | 2-Acetylhydroquinone |
| CAS number | 490-78-8 |
| EC number | 207-716-4 |
| CosIng ID | 54190 |
| Last reviewed | 9 July 2026 |
An ingredient is considered vegetarian if it avoids components derived from killing an animal.
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