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Is Potassium Hydroxide vegan?

Potassium hydroxide, also known as caustic potash, is a strong inorganic base produced commercially by the electrolysis of potassium chloride solution. It is widely used in cosmetics as a pH adjuster and to saponify fats and oils.

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