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Is Capryl Hydroxyethyl Imidazoline vegetarian?

Capryl Hydroxyethyl Imidazoline

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Capryl Hydroxyethyl Imidazoline is a synthetic imidazoline derivative made from caprylic/capric fatty acids and aminoethylethanolamine, used as an emulsifier and corrosion inhibitor in cosmetic formulations.

Also known as 2-(2-Nonyl-2-imidazolin-1-yl)ethanol
INCI name Capryl Hydroxyethyl Imidazoline
CAS number 37478-68-5
EC number 253-521-2
CosIng ID 32398
Last reviewed 9 July 2026

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