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Is Daidzein vegan?

Daidzein

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Daidzein is a naturally occurring isoflavone found in soybeans and other legumes, produced in plants via the phenylpropanoid pathway. It is used in cosmetics and supplements as a phytoestrogen with antioxidant properties.

Also known as 4',7-Dihydroxyisoflavone, 4',7-Dihydroxyisoflavone,4H-1-Benzopyran-4-one, 7-hydroxy-3-(4-hydroxyphenyl)-,7-Hydroxy-3-(4-hydroxyphenyl)-4H-1-benzopyran-4-one, 7-Hydroxy-3-(4-hydroxyphenyl)-4H-1-benzopyran-4-one, Daidzeol
INCI name Daidzein
CAS number 486-66-8
EC number 207-635-4
CosIng ID 91424
Last reviewed 9 July 2026

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