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Is Potassium Cyanide vegetarian?

Potassium Cyanide

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Potassium cyanide is a synthetic inorganic salt with the formula KCN, a colorless, water-soluble compound used mainly in gold mining, electroplating, and organic synthesis. It is highly toxic and is not derived from animal sources.

Also known as Potassium cyanide
INCI name Potassium Cyanide
CAS number 151-50-8
EC number 205-792-3
CosIng ID 82064
Last reviewed 10 July 2026

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