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Is Caprylyl Alcohol vegan?

Caprylyl Alcohol

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Caprylyl Alcohol, also known as 1-octanol, is a fatty alcohol that can be derived from plant oils or produced synthetically; it is used in cosmetics as an emollient and preservative booster.

Also known as 1-Octanol, Octan-1-ol
INCI name Caprylyl Alcohol
CAS number 111-87-5
EC number 203-917-6
CosIng ID 74814
Last reviewed 9 July 2026

An ingredient is considered vegan if it contains no animal-derived components at any point in its production.

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