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Is Behenamide vegan?

Behenamide

Behenamide, also known as docosanamide, is the amide of behenic acid, a fatty acid that can be derived from plant sources (such as rapeseed) or animal fats. It is used in cosmetics as a lubricant and viscosity-controlling agent.

Also known as Docosanamide
INCI name Behenamide
CAS number 3061-75-4
EC number 221-304-1
CosIng ID 32094
Last reviewed 4 July 2026

An ingredient is considered vegan if it contains no animal-derived components at any point in its production.

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