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Is Hexadecalactone vegetarian?

Hexadecalactone

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Hexadecalactone is a synthetic or naturally occurring macrocyclic lactone used as a fragrance ingredient with musky, creamy notes.

Also known as n-Hexadecalactone
INCI name Hexadecalactone
CAS number 7370-44-7
EC number 230-924-1
CosIng ID 40136
Last reviewed 9 July 2026

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