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Is Palmitoyl Palmitamide MEA vegan?

Palmitoyl Palmitamide MEA

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Palmitoyl Palmitamide MEA is a synthetic organic compound derived from palmitic acid and monoethanolamine, used as a conditioning agent in cosmetics.

Also known as Octadecanamide, N-(2-hydroxyethyl)-3-oxo-2-tetradecyl-
INCI name Palmitoyl Palmitamide MEA
CAS number 208044-65-9
CosIng ID 95597
Last reviewed 4 July 2026

An ingredient is considered vegan if it contains no animal-derived components at any point in its production.

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