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Is Parathion vegetarian?

Parathion

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Parathion is a synthetic organophosphate insecticide, chemically O,O-diethyl O-4-nitrophenyl phosphorothioate, highly toxic and restricted or banned in many jurisdictions. It is fully synthetic.

Also known as O,O-Diethyl O-4-nitrophenyl phosphorothioate, parathion (ISO)
INCI name Parathion
CAS number 56-38-2
EC number 200-271-7
CosIng ID 29676
Last reviewed 9 July 2026

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