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Is Myristamidopropyl Betaine vegetarian?

Myristamidopropyl Betaine

An amphoteric surfactant derived from myristic acid (which can be plant, animal, or synthetic in origin) and betaine, used as a mild cleansing and foam-boosting agent in cosmetics.

Also known as (Carboxymethyl)dimethyl-3-[(1-oxotetradecyl)amino]propylammonium hydroxide
INCI name Myristamidopropyl Betaine
CAS number 59272-84-3
EC number 261-684-6
CosIng ID 35435
Last reviewed 9 July 2026

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