Is 4-Aminosalicylic Acid vegetarian?
4-Aminosalicylic Acid
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4-Aminosalicylic acid is a synthetic derivative of salicylic acid, used pharmaceutically as an antituberculosis agent. It is chemically manufactured and not of animal origin.
| Also known as | para-Aminosalicylic acid and its salts, PAS |
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| INCI name | 4-Aminosalicylic Acid |
| CAS number | 65-49-6 |
| EC number | 200-613-5 |
| CosIng ID | 28868 |
| Last reviewed | 9 July 2026 |
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