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Is Potassium Peanutate vegetarian?

Potassium Peanutate

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Potassium Peanutate is the potassium salt of fatty acids derived from peanut oil, Arachis hypogaea, a member of the Fabaceae (legume) family. It is used in cosmetics as a surfactant and emulsifier.

Also known as Potassium Peanut Fatty Acid
INCI name Potassium Peanutate
CAS number 61789-56-8
EC number 263-069-8
CosIng ID 79644
Last reviewed 4 July 2026

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