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Is 2-Nitro-4-cresol vegetarian?

2-Nitro-4-cresol

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2-Nitro-4-cresol is a synthetic nitrophenolic compound related to DNOC, historically used as a herbicide and insecticide. It is manufactured through chemical synthesis.

Also known as Phenol, 4-methyl-2-nitro-
INCI name 2-Nitro-4-cresol
EC number 204-315-6
CosIng ID 82087
Last reviewed 10 July 2026

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