Is Oxalic Acid vegetarian?
Oxalic Acid
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Oxalic acid is a simple dicarboxylic organic acid, forming a white crystalline solid that occurs naturally in many plants, particularly those of the genus Oxalis, and is also produced synthetically for industrial use.
| Also known as | Ethanedioic Acid, OXALIC ACID |
|---|---|
| INCI name | Oxalic Acid |
| CAS number | 144-62-7 |
| EC number | 205-634-3 |
| CosIng ID | 28238 |
| Last reviewed | 4 July 2026 |
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