Is Piperonyl Butoxide vegan?
Piperonyl Butoxide
Piperonyl Butoxide is a semisynthetic organic compound derived from safrole, used as a synergist that enhances the potency of certain pesticides such as pyrethrins and pyrethroids, though it has no pesticidal activity of its own.
| Also known as | 1,3-Benzodioxole, 5-[[2-(2-butoxyethoxy)ethoxy]methyl]-6-propyl- |
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| INCI name | Piperonyl Butoxide |
| CAS number | 51-03-6 |
| EC number | 200-076-7 |
| CosIng ID | 59568 |
| Last reviewed | 9 July 2026 |
An ingredient is considered vegan if it contains no animal-derived components at any point in its production.
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