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Is Syringic Acid vegan?

Syringic Acid

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Syringic acid is a naturally occurring phenolic compound and dimethoxybenzene commonly found as a plant metabolite, also produced synthetically for cosmetic use.

Also known as 4-Hydroxy-3,5-dimethoxybenzoic Acid, Benzoic acid, 4-hydroxy-3,5-dimethoxy-,Cedar acid,Gallic Acid Dimethyl Ether, Cedar Acid, Gallic Acid Dimethyl Ether
INCI name Syringic Acid
CAS number 530-57-4
EC number 208-486-8
CosIng ID 93315
Last reviewed 4 July 2026

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