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Is 2,4-Dichlorobenzyl Alcohol vegetarian?

2,4-Dichlorobenzyl Alcohol

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2,4-Dichlorobenzyl alcohol is a synthetic mild antiseptic compound that kills bacteria and viruses, commonly used in throat lozenges and dentifrices for its antimicrobial properties.

INCI name 2,4-Dichlorobenzyl Alcohol
CAS number 1777-82-8
EC number 217-210-5
CosIng ID 28149
Last reviewed 9 July 2026

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