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Is DNOC (ISO) vegetarian?

DNOC (ISO)

Vegetarian Vegetarian
Vegan Vegan

DNOC is a synthetic nitrophenol compound historically used as an insecticide, fungicide, and herbicide, now banned in many jurisdictions due to high toxicity. It is manufactured chemically and has no animal origin.

Also known as 2-methyl-4,6-dinitro-phenol, 2-Methyl-4,6-dinitrophenol, 4,6-Dinitro-o-cresol
INCI name DNOC (ISO)
CAS number 534-52-1
EC number 208-601-1
CosIng ID 30095
Last reviewed 9 July 2026

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