Is Methyl Aminolevulinate HCl vegan?
Methyl Aminolevulinate HCl
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Methyl Aminolevulinate HCl is the hydrochloride salt of methyl 5-amino-4-oxovalerate, a synthetic aminolevulinic acid derivative used in photodynamic applications.
| Also known as | Methyl 5-amino-4-oxovalerate hydrochloride |
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| INCI name | Methyl Aminolevulinate HCl |
| EC number | 279-151-1 |
| CosIng ID | 87044 |
| 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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