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Is Phenylmercuric Chloride vegan?

Phenylmercuric Chloride

Vegetarian Unconfirmed

Phenylmercuric Chloride is an organomercury compound historically used as an antiseptic and preservative due to its antimicrobial properties.

Also known as Chlorophenylmercury
INCI name Phenylmercuric Chloride
CAS number 100-56-1
EC number 202-865-1
CosIng ID 59213
Last reviewed 9 July 2026

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