CheckVegan

Is Valnoctamide vegetarian?

Valnoctamide

Vegetarian Vegetarian
Vegan Vegan

Valnoctamide is a synthetic sedative-hypnotic compound, structurally an isomer of valpromide, used in France since 1964.

Also known as Pentanamide, 2-ethyl-3-methyl-, valnoctamide
INCI name Valnoctamide
CAS number 4171-13-5
EC number 224-033-7
CosIng ID 28403
Last reviewed 9 July 2026

An ingredient is considered vegetarian if it avoids components derived from killing an animal.

Classifications are made to the best of our knowledge based on available scientific and regulatory sources. We cannot guarantee the accuracy of every entry, errors in the sources we draw from can always occur. This tool also cannot account for cross-contamination, which depends entirely on individual suppliers and producers. If you believe a classification is incorrect, you can report an issue.

Report an issue