Is Dodecyl Gallate vegan?

Dodecyl Gallate

Vegan

Dodecyl gallate is the dodecyl ester of gallic acid, used as an antioxidant and preservative in food and cosmetic products. It is produced synthetically by esterification of gallic acid with dodecanol.

Also known as Dodecyl 3,4,5-trihydroxybenzoate, dodecylis gallas, Lauryl gallate, Propyl gallate lauryl ester
INCI name Dodecyl Gallate
E number E312
CosIng ID 33728
Last reviewed 22 April 2026

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