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Is Cadmium Hydroxide vegan?

Cadmium Hydroxide

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Cadmium hydroxide is an inorganic compound with the formula Cd(OH)2, consisting of cadmium cations and hydroxide anions. It is an industrial chemical, notably used in nickel-cadmium batteries.

Also known as Cadmium dihydroxide
INCI name Cadmium Hydroxide
CAS number 21041-93-0
EC number 244-168-5
CosIng ID 97918
Last reviewed 10 July 2026

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