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Is Methyl Dihydroxy-Dimethylbenzoate vegan?

Methyl Dihydroxy-Dimethylbenzoate

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Methyl Dihydroxy-Dimethylbenzoate, also known as atraric acid, is a naturally occurring phenolic ester found in the root-bark of Pygeum africanum and the lichen Evernia prunastri (oakmoss); it is also produced synthetically for cosmetic use.

Also known as Atraric acid, Methyl 2,4-dihydroxy-3,6-dimethylbenzoate
INCI name Methyl Dihydroxy-Dimethylbenzoate
CAS number 4707-47-5
EC number 225-193-0
CosIng ID 40665
Last reviewed 4 July 2026

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