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Is Potassium Undecylenate vegetarian?

Potassium Undecylenate

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Potassium Undecylenate is the potassium salt of undecylenic acid, a fatty acid derivative typically produced from castor oil. It is used in cosmetics and pharmaceuticals for its antimicrobial and antifungal properties.

Also known as Undecylenic acid, potassium salt
INCI name Potassium Undecylenate
CAS number 13103-34-9
CosIng ID 37039
Last reviewed 9 July 2026

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