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Is Sodium Chlorite vegetarian?

Sodium Chlorite

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Sodium Chlorite (NaClO2) is an inorganic chemical compound used as a disinfectant and in the manufacturing of paper, also used in cosmetics as a preservative/stabilizing agent.

Also known as Chlorous acid sodium salt, Chlorous acid, sodium salt
INCI name Sodium Chlorite
CAS number 7758-19-2
EC number 231-836-6
CosIng ID 58885
Last reviewed 4 July 2026

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