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Is Uracil vegan?

Uracil

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Uracil is one of the four nucleotide bases found in RNA, where it pairs with adenine; it is a synthetic or biologically derived pyrimidine compound used in cosmetic formulations.

Also known as 2,4-(1H,3H)-Pyrimidinedione
INCI name Uracil
CAS number 66-22-8
EC number 200-621-9
CosIng ID 59986
Last reviewed 9 July 2026

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