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Is Nitrophenol vegetarian?

Nitrophenol

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Nitrophenol, most commonly referring to 4-nitrophenol, is a synthetic phenolic compound with a nitro group positioned opposite the hydroxyl group on the benzene ring, used as a chemical intermediate.

Also known as 202-811-7, 209-073-5, 4-Nitrophenol
INCI name Nitrophenol
CAS number 100-02-7
EC number 201-857-5
CosIng ID 87221
Last reviewed 4 July 2026

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