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Is Sodium Glyoxylate vegetarian?

Sodium Glyoxylate

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Sodium Glyoxylate is the sodium salt of glyoxylic acid, a synthetic organic compound used in cosmetics, notably in hair straightening formulations.

INCI name Sodium Glyoxylate
CAS number 79-14-1
EC number 220-298-8
CosIng ID 86042
Last reviewed 4 July 2026

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