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Is Hydrochloric Acid vegan?

Hydrochloric acid is a strong inorganic acid produced by combining hydrogen chloride gas (formed from hydrogen and chlorine) with water. It is used as an acidulant and pH regulator in food processing, cosmetics, and industrial applications.

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