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Is Ammonium Lactate vegetarian?

Ammonium Lactate

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Ammonium Lactate is the ammonium salt of lactic acid, a synthetic compound with mild antibacterial and humectant properties used in cosmetics and skincare.

Also known as Propanoic acid, 2-hydroxy-, ammonium salt
INCI name Ammonium Lactate
E number E328
INS number 328
CAS number 515-98-0
EC number 208-214-8
CosIng ID 74403
Last reviewed 9 July 2026

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