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Is Cerotic Acid vegetarian?

Cerotic Acid

Cerotic acid (hexacosanoic acid) is a 26-carbon saturated fatty acid most commonly found in beeswax and carnauba wax, and can also be derived from plant waxes.

Also known as Hexacosanoic Acid
INCI name Cerotic Acid
CAS number 506-46-7
EC number 208-040-2
CosIng ID 32508
Last reviewed 4 July 2026

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