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Is Aminobutyric Acid vegan?

Aminobutyric Acid

Vegan

Aminobutyric acid (GABA, gamma-aminobutyric acid) is an amino acid that functions as the chief inhibitory neurotransmitter in the mammalian central nervous system; it is produced synthetically for cosmetic use.

Also known as 4-Aminobutyric Acid, GABA
INCI name Aminobutyric Acid
CAS number 56-12-2
EC number 200-258-6
CosIng ID 31828
Last reviewed 9 July 2026

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