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Is Hexamethonium Chloride vegan?

Hexamethonium Chloride

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Hexamethonium chloride is a synthetic ganglionic blocking agent historically used to treat hypertension. It is produced entirely through chemical synthesis.

Also known as Hexamethylene(bistrimethylammonium)chloride
INCI name Hexamethonium Chloride
CAS number 60-25-3
EC number 200-465-1
CosIng ID 81169
Last reviewed 10 July 2026

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