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Is Carnosic Acid vegetarian?

Carnosic Acid

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Carnosic acid is a natural phenolic diterpene found in rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis) and common sage (Salvia officinalis), known for its antioxidant properties.

Also known as 4a(2H)-Phenantrenecarboxilic Acid, 1,3,4,9,10,10a-Hexahydro-5,6-Dihydroxy- 1,1- Dimethyl-7-(1-Methylethyl)-, (4aR,10aS)-
INCI name Carnosic Acid
CAS number 3650-09-7
CosIng ID 55087
Last reviewed 9 July 2026

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