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Is Phenyl Mercuric Bromide vegetarian?

Phenyl Mercuric Bromide

Vegetarian Unconfirmed

Phenyl mercuric bromide is a synthetic organomercury compound historically used as a preservative and antifungal/antibacterial agent; it is highly toxic and classified as an extremely hazardous substance.

Also known as Bromophenylmercury
INCI name Phenyl Mercuric Bromide
CAS number 1192-89-8
EC number 214-760-8
CosIng ID 59212
Last reviewed 9 July 2026

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