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Is Nonoxynol-5 Carboxylic Acid vegan?

Nonoxynol-5 Carboxylic Acid

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Nonoxynol-5 Carboxylic Acid is an organic acid derived from an ethoxylated nonylphenol, formed by carboxymethylation of Nonoxynol-5, used as a surfactant.

Also known as 53610-02-9
INCI name Nonoxynol-5 Carboxylic Acid
CAS number 28212-44-4
CosIng ID 105213
Last reviewed 9 July 2026

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