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Is Phenoxyacetic Acid vegetarian?

Phenoxyacetic Acid

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Phenoxyacetic acid is a white solid organic compound with the formula C8H8O3, used as a chemical intermediate and, in cosmetics, as a preservative.

Also known as POA
INCI name Phenoxyacetic Acid
CAS number 122-59-8
EC number 204-556-7
CosIng ID 40615
Last reviewed 9 July 2026

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