Is Lead Diacetate vegan?
Lead Diacetate
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Vegan
Vegetarian
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Lead diacetate, also known as lead(II) acetate, is an inorganic lead salt historically used as a sweetener (sugar of lead) and in cosmetics, but now recognised as toxic and restricted in most applications.
| Also known as | Sugar of lead |
|---|---|
| INCI name | Lead Diacetate |
| CAS number | 546-67-8 |
| EC number | 206-104-4 |
| CosIng ID | 80935 |
| Last reviewed | 10 July 2026 |
An ingredient is considered vegan if it contains no animal-derived components at any point in its production.
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