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Is Ferric Nitrate vegan?

Ferric Nitrate

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Ferric Nitrate (iron(III) nitrate) is an inorganic salt, typically found as a pale-colored, water-soluble hydrate, used in industrial and cosmetic applications.

Also known as Nitric acid, iron(3+) salt, nonahydrate
INCI name Ferric Nitrate
CAS number 10421-48-4
CosIng ID 90934
Last reviewed 9 July 2026

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