Is Octenidine HCl vegan?
Octenidine HCl
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Octenidine HCl (octenidine hydrochloride) is a synthetic bispyridinamine antimicrobial compound used as a preservative and disinfecting agent in cosmetic and medical products.
| Also known as | 1-Octanamine, N,N'-(1,10-decanediyldi-1(4H)-pyridinyl-4-ylidene)bis-, dihydrochloride, Octenidine Hydrochloride, Octenidine hydrochloride [USAN] |
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| INCI name | Octenidine HCl |
| EC number | 274-861-8 |
| CosIng ID | 57559 |
| 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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