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Is Chloropicrine vegan?

Chloropicrine

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Chloropicrine, chemically trichloronitromethane, is a synthetic organochlorine compound historically used as a chemical warfare agent, soil fumigant, and pesticide. It is produced synthetically and is toxic and irritant; it has no cosmetic use.

Also known as Trichloronitromethane
INCI name Chloropicrine
CAS number 76-06-2
EC number 200-930-9
CosIng ID 28662
Last reviewed 9 July 2026

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