Is TEA-Laurate vegan?
TEA-Laurate
TEA-Laurate is the triethanolamine salt of lauric acid, a medium-chain saturated fatty acid derived primarily from coconut or palm kernel oil. It is used in cosmetics as a surfactant, emulsifier, and cleansing agent.
| Also known as | Lauric acid triethanolamine salt, Lauric acid, compound with 2,2',2''-nitrilotriethanol (1:1), Triethanolamine laurate |
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| INCI name | TEA-Laurate |
| CAS number | 2224-49-9 |
| EC number | 218-749-9 |
| CosIng ID | 80643 |
| Last reviewed | 4 July 2026 |
An ingredient is considered vegan if it contains no animal-derived components at any point in its production.
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