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Is Acetyl Beta-Boswellic Acid vegan?

Acetyl Beta-Boswellic Acid

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Acetyl Beta-Boswellic Acid is a pentacyclic terpenoid compound derived from beta-boswellic acid, a constituent found in the resin of Boswellia (frankincense) trees, used in cosmetics for its skin-conditioning properties.

Also known as Urs-12-en-23-oic acid, 3-(acetyloxy)-, (3-alpha,4-beta)-, Urs-12-en-23-oic acid, 3-(acetyloxy)-, (3\a, 4\b)-
INCI name Acetyl Beta-Boswellic Acid
CAS number 5968-70-7
CosIng ID 90671
Last reviewed 4 July 2026

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