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Is Thioctamidoethyl Dimethylamine Maleate vegetarian?

Thioctamidoethyl Dimethylamine Maleate

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Thioctamidoethyl Dimethylamine Maleate is a synthetic derivative of thioctic (alpha-lipoic) acid, used as an antioxidant/skin conditioning agent in cosmetic products.

Also known as 1,2-Dithiolane-3-Pentamide, N-[2-(Dimethylamino)Ethyl]-, (2Z)-2-Butenedioate (1:1)
INCI name Thioctamidoethyl Dimethylamine Maleate
CAS number 865661-00-3
CosIng ID 86139
Last reviewed 4 July 2026

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