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Is Chloroplatinic Acid vegetarian?

Chloroplatinic Acid

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Chloroplatinic acid, also known as hexachloroplatinic acid, is an inorganic compound with the formula [H3O]2[PtCl6], typically obtained as a red, hygroscopic solid or aqueous solution. It is an important commercial source of platinum and used in cosmetic and catalytic applications.

Also known as Hexachloroplatinic Acid, Platinate(2-), Hexachloro-, Hydrogen (1:2)
INCI name Chloroplatinic Acid
CAS number 16941-12-1
EC number 241-010-7
CosIng ID 86001
Last reviewed 4 July 2026

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