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Is Sebacic Acid vegetarian?

Sebacic Acid

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Sebacic acid is a dicarboxylic acid traditionally derived from castor oil, used in the production of plasticizers, lubricants, cosmetics, and nylon.

Also known as Decanedioic acid
INCI name Sebacic Acid
CAS number 111-20-6
EC number 203-845-5
CosIng ID 37645
Last reviewed 9 July 2026

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