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Is Capryl Sultaine vegan?

Capryl Sultaine

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Capryl Sultaine is a synthetic amphoteric surfactant, chemically an inner salt (zwitterion) formed from a decyl dimethylamine derivative and a sulfopropyl group, used as a mild cleansing and foaming agent in cosmetics.

Also known as 1-Decanaminium, N,N-dimethyl-N-(3-sulfopropyl)-, inner salt
INCI name Capryl Sultaine
CAS number 15163-36-7
CosIng ID 91956
Last reviewed 4 July 2026

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