Is 2,4-Dihydroxybenzoic Acid vegan?

2,4-Dihydroxybenzoic Acid

Vegan

2,4-Dihydroxybenzoic Acid is an organic compound, a dihydroxybenzoic acid derivative, used in cosmetics primarily as a preservative and skin-conditioning agent; it is produced synthetically.

Also known as beta-Resorcylic acid
INCI name 2,4-Dihydroxybenzoic Acid
CAS number 89-86-1
CosIng ID 105911
Last reviewed 9 July 2026

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