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Is Bromoethyl PCA vegetarian?

Bromoethyl PCA

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Bromoethyl PCA is a synthetic ester of pyroglutamic acid (PCA) used in cosmetic formulations, chemically known as Proline, 5-Oxo-, 2-Bromoethyl Ester.

Also known as Proline, 5-Oxo-, 2-Bromoethyl Ester
INCI name Bromoethyl PCA
CosIng ID 82518
Last reviewed 9 July 2026

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