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Is Hydrofluorocarbon 152a vegetarian?

Hydrofluorocarbon 152a

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Hydrofluorocarbon 152a (1,1-difluoroethane) is a synthetic organofluorine gas used as a propellant in aerosol cosmetic products and as a refrigerant.

Also known as 1,1-Difluoroethane, HFC-152a, R-152a
INCI name Hydrofluorocarbon 152a
CAS number 75-37-6
EC number 200-866-1
CosIng ID 34324
Last reviewed 4 July 2026

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