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Is 2-(Dimethylamino)-2-[(4-methylphenyl)methyl]-1-[4-(morpholin-4-yl)phenyl]butan-1-one vegetarian?

2-(Dimethylamino)-2-[(4-methylphenyl)methyl]-1-[4-(morpholin-4-yl)phenyl]butan-1-one

Vegetarian Vegetarian
Vegan Vegan

This is a synthetic organic compound used as a photoinitiator in UV-curable inks, coatings, and adhesives. It has been identified as a Substance of Very High Concern (SVHC) under EU REACH regulations and is manufactured entirely through chemical synthesis.

INCI name 2-(Dimethylamino)-2-[(4-methylphenyl)methyl]-1-[4-(morpholin-4-yl)phenyl]butan-1-one
CAS number 119344-86-4
EC number 438-340-0
CosIng ID 105991
Last reviewed 9 July 2026

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