Is Sodium Undecylenate vegetarian?
Sodium Undecylenate
Vegetarian
Unconfirmed
Vegan
Unconfirmed
Sodium Undecylenate is the sodium salt of undecylenic acid, a fatty acid derived from castor oil, used in cosmetics for its antifungal and antimicrobial properties. It is plant-derived.
| Also known as | Sodium Undec-10-enoate |
|---|---|
| INCI name | Sodium Undecylenate |
| EC number | 222-264-8 |
| CosIng ID | 38116 |
| Last reviewed | 9 July 2026 |
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