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Is Fenthion vegan?

Fenthion

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Fenthion is a synthetic organophosphate insecticide used to control pests in agriculture, historically also used against birds.

Also known as O,O-Dimethyl-O-(4-methylthio-m-tolyl)phosphorothioate, O,O-dimethyl-o-(4-methylthion-m-tolyl)phosphorothioate
INCI name Fenthion
CAS number 55-38-9
EC number 200-231-9
CosIng ID 30099
Last reviewed 9 July 2026

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