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Is Ricinoleamide DEA vegetarian?

Ricinoleamide DEA

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Ricinoleamide DEA is the diethanolamine amide of ricinoleic acid, a fatty acid derived from castor oil, used as a surfactant and thickener in cosmetic products.

Also known as [R-(Z)]-12-Hydroxy-N,N-bis(2-hydroxyethyl)-9-octadecenamide
INCI name Ricinoleamide DEA
CAS number 40716-42-5
EC number 255-051-3
CosIng ID 37502
Last reviewed 4 July 2026

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