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Is Methylcyclopentadecenone vegetarian?

Methylcyclopentadecenone

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Methylcyclopentadecenone is a synthetic macrocyclic musk compound used as a fragrance ingredient in cosmetics and perfumery.

Also known as 3-Methyl Cyclopentadecenone, Cyclopentadecenone, 3-Methyl-
INCI name Methylcyclopentadecenone
CAS number 82356-51-2
EC number 429-900-5
CosIng ID 58128
Last reviewed 4 July 2026

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