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Is Oleyl Hydroxyethyl Imidazoline vegetarian?

Oleyl Hydroxyethyl Imidazoline

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Oleyl Hydroxyethyl Imidazoline is a synthetic imidazoline derivative made from oleic acid and aminoethylethanolamine, used as an emulsifier, corrosion inhibitor, and antistatic agent in cosmetic and industrial formulations.

Also known as (Z)-2-(8-Heptadecenyl)-4,5-dihydro-1H-imidazole-1-ethanol
INCI name Oleyl Hydroxyethyl Imidazoline
CAS number 21652-27-7
EC number 244-501-4
CosIng ID 78029
Last reviewed 9 July 2026

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