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Is Ricinoleamide MIPA vegetarian?

Ricinoleamide MIPA

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Ricinoleamide MIPA is the amide of ricinoleic acid (derived from castor oil) and monoisopropanolamine, used as a thickener and emulsifier in cosmetics.

Also known as 9-Octadecenamide, 12-hydroxy-N-(2-hydroxy-1-methylethyl)-
INCI name Ricinoleamide MIPA
CAS number 40986-29-6
CosIng ID 79653
Last reviewed 4 July 2026

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