Is 2-Cyanomethyl Benzimidazole vegan?

2-Cyanomethyl Benzimidazole

Vegan

2-Cyanomethyl Benzimidazole is a synthetic organic compound used as a cosmetic ingredient, also known by its chemical name 1H-Benzimidazole-2-acetonitrile.

Also known as 1H-Benzimidazole-2-acetonitrile
INCI name 2-Cyanomethyl Benzimidazole
CAS number 4414-88-4
EC number 224-574-9
CosIng ID 98019
Last reviewed 4 July 2026

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