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Is 1,4-Dichlorobenzene vegetarian?

1,4-Dichlorobenzene

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1,4-Dichlorobenzene, also called para-dichlorobenzene, is a synthetic aryl chloride compound with a strong odor, commonly used in mothballs and deodorizers. It is chemically manufactured with no animal origin.

Also known as p-Dichlorobenzene, para-Dichlorobenzene, PDCB
INCI name 1,4-Dichlorobenzene
CAS number 106-46-7
EC number 203-400-5
CosIng ID 29392
Last reviewed 9 July 2026

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