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Is Decyl Mercaptomethylimidazole vegan?

Decyl Mercaptomethylimidazole

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Decyl Mercaptomethylimidazole is a synthetic organic compound derived from imidazole, used in cosmetics primarily as an antioxidant and metal chelating agent.

Also known as 2-Decyl-1-Mercaptomethylimidazole, IMIDAZOLE, 2-DECYL-1-MERCAPTOMETHYL-
INCI name Decyl Mercaptomethylimidazole
CosIng ID 75504
Last reviewed 9 July 2026

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