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Is Benzotrichloride vegan?

Benzotrichloride

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Benzotrichloride, also known as alpha,alpha,alpha-trichlorotoluene, is a synthetic chlorinated hydrocarbon, an unstable colorless to yellowish viscous liquid used as a chemical intermediate for dyes and antimicrobial agents. It is a synthetic chemical, not derived from animals or plants.

Also known as (Trichloromethyl)benzene, alpha,alpha,alpha-Trichlorotoluene, BTC, Phenyl chloroform
INCI name Benzotrichloride
CAS number 98-07-7
EC number 202-634-5
CosIng ID 29045
Last reviewed 9 July 2026

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