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Is Capryloyl Carnosine vegetarian?

Capryloyl Carnosine

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Capryloyl Carnosine is a synthetic organic compound formed by acylation of the dipeptide carnosine with caprylic (octanoic) acid, used as an antioxidant and skin-conditioning agent.

Also known as L-Histidine, N-(1-oxooctyl)-\b-alanyl-,NEO-Peptide 7.5, NEO-Peptide 7.5
INCI name Capryloyl Carnosine
CAS number 209681-12-9
CosIng ID 91612
Last reviewed 4 July 2026

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