Is Sodium Palmate vegan?
Sodium Palmate
Vegan
Unconfirmed
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
Sodium Palmate is the sodium salt of palmitic acid, produced by saponifying palm oil, typically from the fruit of Elaeis guineensis. It is widely used as a surfactant and cleansing agent in soaps.
| Also known as | Fatty acids, palm-oil, sodium salts |
|---|---|
| INCI name | Sodium Palmate |
| EC number | 263-162-3 |
| CosIng ID | 38009 |
| 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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