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Is Dihydroxypropyl Arginine HCl vegetarian?

Dihydroxypropyl Arginine HCl

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Dihydroxypropyl Arginine HCl is a synthetic derivative of the amino acid arginine, produced as its hydrochloride salt, used in cosmetic formulations for its conditioning properties.

Also known as Arginine, N2-(2,3-Dihydroxypropyl)-, Monohydrochloride
INCI name Dihydroxypropyl Arginine HCl
CAS number 787607-61-8
CosIng ID 55801
Last reviewed 4 July 2026

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