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Is Paraoxon vegetarian?

Paraoxon

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Paraoxon is a synthetic organophosphate compound and the active metabolite of the insecticide parathion. It is used as a research chemical and acetylcholinesterase inhibitor and has no cosmetic use, being highly toxic.

Also known as Diethyl 4-nitrophenyl phosphate, Paraoxon (ISO)
INCI name Paraoxon
CAS number 311-45-5
EC number 206-221-0
CosIng ID 28389
Last reviewed 9 July 2026

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