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Is Lauramidopropyl Dimethylamine vegetarian?

Lauramidopropyl Dimethylamine

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Lauramidopropyl Dimethylamine is a fatty amide derived from lauric acid and dimethylaminopropylamine, used as a surfactant and precursor to amine oxides and betaines in cosmetic formulations. It is typically synthesized from plant-derived (e.g. coconut or palm) lauric acid.

Also known as N-[3-(Dimethylamino)propyl]dodecanamide
INCI name Lauramidopropyl Dimethylamine
CAS number 3179-80-4
EC number 221-661-3
CosIng ID 34881
Last reviewed 9 July 2026

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