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Is Cupric Chloride vegetarian?

Cupric Chloride

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Cupric Chloride, also known as copper(II) chloride, is an inorganic compound with the formula CuCl2, produced synthetically or from mineral sources, used as a colorant and in industrial catalysis.

Also known as Copper (2+) chloride, Copper(II) Chloride
INCI name Cupric Chloride
CAS number 7447-39-4
EC number 231-210-2
CosIng ID 55622
Last reviewed 4 July 2026

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