Is Lead Acetate vegan?
Lead Acetate
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Lead Acetate is an inorganic salt of lead and acetic acid, historically used as a hair-darkening agent in cosmetics; it is toxic and now heavily restricted or banned in many jurisdictions.
| Also known as | 15347-57-6, 239-379-4, Lead acetate, basic, Sugar of lead |
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| INCI name | Lead Acetate |
| CAS number | 301-04-2 |
| EC number | 206-104-4 |
| CosIng ID | 80813 |
| Last reviewed | 4 July 2026 |
An ingredient is considered vegan if it contains no animal-derived components at any point in its production.
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