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Is Sodium Silver Mercaptobenzimidazole Sulfonate vegetarian?

Sodium Silver Mercaptobenzimidazole Sulfonate

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Sodium Silver Mercaptobenzimidazole Sulfonate is a synthetic organic silver salt used in cosmetics primarily for its antimicrobial and preservative properties.

INCI name Sodium Silver Mercaptobenzimidazole Sulfonate
CosIng ID 97483
Last reviewed 4 July 2026

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