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Is Caprylyl Hydroxybutyramide vegetarian?

Caprylyl Hydroxybutyramide

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Caprylyl Hydroxybutyramide is a synthetic organic compound, an amide derivative used as a skin-conditioning agent in cosmetics.

Also known as Butanamide, 4-hydroxy-N-octyl-
INCI name Caprylyl Hydroxybutyramide
CAS number 74042-18-5
CosIng ID 95241
Last reviewed 4 July 2026

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