CheckVegan

Is Nonanoyl Methylglucamide vegetarian?

Nonanoyl Methylglucamide

Vegetarian Vegetarian
Vegan Vegan

Nonanoyl Methylglucamide is a synthetic surfactant produced by the reaction of methylglucamine with ethyl pelargonate. It is used in cosmetics as a cleansing and emulsifying agent.

Also known as D-Glucitol, 1-deoxy-1-[methyl(1-oxononyl)amino]-
INCI name Nonanoyl Methylglucamide
CAS number 85261-19-4
EC number 617-694-1
CosIng ID 97307
Last reviewed 4 July 2026

An ingredient is considered vegetarian if it avoids components derived from killing an animal.

Classifications are made to the best of our knowledge based on available scientific and regulatory sources. We cannot guarantee the accuracy of every entry, errors in the sources we draw from can always occur. This tool also cannot account for cross-contamination, which depends entirely on individual suppliers and producers. If you believe a classification is incorrect, you can report an issue.

Report an issue