Is Caproyl Sphingosine vegetarian?
Caproyl Sphingosine
Caproyl Sphingosine is a ceramide-like compound formed by the reaction of caproic acid with sphingosine. Sphingosine can be derived from plant, synthetic, or animal sources, so the origin depends on the specific production process used.
| Also known as | Caprooyl Sphingosine, Hexanamide, N-[(1R, 2S, 3E)-2-hydroxy-1-(hydroxymethyl)-3-heptadecenyl]- |
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| INCI name | Caproyl Sphingosine |
| CosIng ID | 85474 |
| Last reviewed | 4 July 2026 |
An ingredient is considered vegetarian if it avoids components derived from killing an animal.
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