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Is Methyl Benzophenone vegetarian?

Methyl Benzophenone

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Methyl Benzophenone is a synthetic organic compound related to benzophenone, used as a fragrance fixative or intermediate in chemical synthesis.

Also known as Methanone, (4-methylphenyl)phenyl-
INCI name Methyl Benzophenone
CAS number 134-84-9
EC number 205-159-1
CosIng ID 89885
Last reviewed 4 July 2026

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