Is Lactamide MEA vegetarian?
Lactamide MEA
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
Vegan
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Lactamide MEA is the monoethanolamine amide of lactic acid, used as a humectant and viscosity-controlling agent in cosmetics. It is produced synthetically from lactic acid and ethanolamine.
| Also known as | N-2-hydroxyethyllactamide |
|---|---|
| INCI name | Lactamide MEA |
| CAS number | 5422-34-4 |
| EC number | 226-546-1 |
| CosIng ID | 34807 |
| Last reviewed | 9 July 2026 |
An ingredient is considered vegetarian if it avoids components derived from killing an animal.
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