Is Phthalic Anhydride vegetarian?
Phthalic Anhydride
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Vegetarian
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Phthalic Anhydride is a synthetic organic compound, the anhydride of phthalic acid, widely used industrially in the production of plasticizers and resins.
| Also known as | 1,3-Isobenzofurandione |
|---|---|
| INCI name | Phthalic Anhydride |
| CAS number | 85-44-9 |
| EC number | 201-607-5 |
| CosIng ID | 95928 |
| Last reviewed | 9 July 2026 |
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