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Is Antimony Potassium Tartrate vegetarian?

Antimony Potassium Tartrate

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Antimony potassium tartrate, also known as tartar emetic, is an inorganic coordination compound with the formula K2Sb2(C4H2O6)2·3H2O, historically used medically and industrially.

Also known as Potassium Antimonyl Tartrate, Tartar Emetic
INCI name Antimony Potassium Tartrate
CAS number 28300-74-5
CosIng ID 84520
Last reviewed 9 July 2026

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