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Is Honokiol vegetarian?

Honokiol

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Honokiol is a lignan isolated from the bark, seed cones, and leaves of trees belonging to the genus Magnolia. It is one of several bioactive compounds found in traditional Eastern herbal medicines, alongside magnolol and related lignans.

Also known as 3,5'-Diallyl-4,2'-Dihydroxybiphenyl
INCI name Honokiol
CAS number 35354-74-6
CosIng ID 56391
Last reviewed 9 July 2026

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