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Is Sodium Phosphinate vegan?

Sodium Phosphinate

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Sodium Phosphinate, also known as sodium hypophosphite, is the sodium salt of hypophosphorous acid, a white crystalline inorganic solid used in cosmetic and industrial applications.

Also known as Monosodium Hypophosphite,Phosphinic acid, sodium salt (1:1),Phosphinic acid, sodium salt, hydrate (1:1:1), Sodium Hypophosphite
INCI name Sodium Phosphinate
CAS number 7681-53-0
EC number 231-669-9
CosIng ID 93174
Last reviewed 4 July 2026

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