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Is Skatole vegetarian?

Skatole

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Skatole (3-methylindole) is an organic compound of the indole family. Although naturally occurring in mammal and bird feces, it is also found in plants such as orange blossom and jasmine, and for cosmetic use it is produced synthetically for use as a fragrance fixative.

Also known as 3-Methylindole
INCI name Skatole
CAS number 83-34-1
EC number 201-471-7
CosIng ID 41105
Last reviewed 4 July 2026

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