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Is Crotonic Acid vegetarian?

Crotonic Acid

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Crotonic acid ((2E)-but-2-enoic acid) is a short-chain unsaturated carboxylic acid, typically produced synthetically, used as a chemical intermediate and in polymer production.

Also known as 2-Butenoic Acid
INCI name Crotonic Acid
CAS number 107-93-7
EC number 223-077-4
CosIng ID 75395
Last reviewed 4 July 2026

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