thimerosal

noun

thi·mer·o·sal thī-ˈmer-ə-ˌsal

: a crystalline organic mercurial antiseptic C₉H₉HgNaO₂S used especially for its antifungal and bacteriostatic properties

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There are potentially irritating ingredients that may be included in mascara formulations to look out for, like shellac or thimerosal, so those with sensitive eyes will be safest selecting a mascara that is marked paraben-free or vegan. —

Olivia Cigliano, WWD, 30 July 2024 There is no evidence to suggest that low doses of thimerosal causes harm to people, but an excess consumption of mercury, found in fish, can be toxic to humans. —

Allison Novelo, CBS News, 9 May 2024 And repeatedly claimed that thimerosal, which is a preservative that was once used in some childhood vaccines that was removed by 2011 was causing autism. —

Leah Feiger, WIRED, 18 Apr. 2024 The form of mercury in thimerosal, ethylmercury, is easily filtered out by the body and is not linked to any health issues. —

Nate Trela, USA TODAY, 23 Feb. 2024 See all Example Sentences for thimerosal