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Is Phenyl Salicylate vegan?

Phenyl Salicylate

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Phenyl salicylate (salol) is a synthetic organic compound used as a UV absorber in sunscreens, an antiseptic, and in some plastics and coatings.

Also known as Benzoic Acid, 2-Hydroxy-, Phenyl Ester, Salol
INCI name Phenyl Salicylate
CAS number 118-55-8
EC number 204-259-2
CosIng ID 36532
Last reviewed 9 July 2026

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