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Is gamma-Heptalactone vegan?

gamma-Heptalactone

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A synthetic or naturally occurring lactone compound used as a flavoring and fragrance ingredient with a creamy, coconut-like odor.

Also known as Heptan-4-olide
INCI name gamma-Heptalactone
CAS number 105-21-5
EC number 203-279-9
CosIng ID 40116
Last reviewed 9 July 2026

An ingredient is considered vegan if it contains no animal-derived components at any point in its production.

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