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Is Potassium Oleate vegetarian?

Potassium Oleate

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Potassium Oleate is the potassium salt of oleic acid, a fatty acid typically derived from vegetable oils, used as a surfactant and emulsifier in soaps and cosmetics.

Also known as 23282-35-1
INCI name Potassium Oleate
CAS number 143-18-0
EC number 205-590-5
CosIng ID 79635
Last reviewed 9 July 2026

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