Phenyl Mercuric Acetate
INCI: PHENYL MERCURIC ACETATE
Reviewed by Rosie · Last updated 18 Aug 2026
What Is Phenyl Mercuric Acetate?
Phenyl Mercuric Acetate (INCI: PHENYL MERCURIC ACETATE) is a cosmetic ingredient listed in the EU CosIng inventory. Phenylmercury acetate.
Its declared cosmetic function is preservative.
Source: European Commission CosIng inventory.
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