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Is M-Cresol vegetarian?

M-Cresol

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M-Cresol (meta-cresol) is an organic compound, a derivative of phenol and isomer of p-cresol and o-cresol, used as a chemical intermediate.

Also known as 3-Methylphenol, Phenol, 3-methyl-
INCI name M-Cresol
CAS number 108-39-4
EC number 203-577-9
CosIng ID 35177
Last reviewed 9 July 2026

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