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Is Cetyl Tranexamate HCl vegetarian?

Cetyl Tranexamate HCl

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Cetyl Tranexamate HCl is a synthetic cetyl ester of tranexamic acid, formulated as its hydrochloride salt, used in cosmetics as a skin-conditioning and brightening agent.

Also known as Cyclohexanecarboxylic Acid, 4-(Aminomethyl)-, Hexadecyl Ester, Hydrochloride, Trans-
INCI name Cetyl Tranexamate HCl
CosIng ID 86144
Last reviewed 10 July 2026

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