Is Methoxycinnamic Acid vegan?
Methoxycinnamic Acid
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Methoxycinnamic Acid is an organic phenolic compound, a methoxy derivative of cinnamic acid, used in cosmetics as a UV filter and antioxidant; it can be synthesized chemically or derived from plant sources.
| Also known as | 2-Propenoic acid, 3-(4-methoxyphenyl)-, (2E)- |
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| INCI name | Methoxycinnamic Acid |
| CAS number | 537-98-4 |
| EC number | 213-405-4 |
| CosIng ID | 93171 |
| Last reviewed | 4 July 2026 |
An ingredient is considered vegan if it contains no animal-derived components at any point in its production.
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