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Is 4-(2,4-Dihydroxyphenylazo)benzenesulphonic Acid vegan?

4-(2,4-Dihydroxyphenylazo)benzenesulphonic Acid

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4-(2,4-Dihydroxyphenylazo)benzenesulphonic acid is a synthetic azo dye compound, whose sodium salt is known as Acid Orange 6, used as a colorant in hair dye products.

Also known as 4-(2,4-Dihydroxyphenylazo)benzensulphonic acid, 547-57-9, Acid Orange 6
INCI name 4-(2,4-Dihydroxyphenylazo)benzenesulphonic Acid
CAS number 2050-34-2
EC number 218-087-0 / 208-924-8
CI number CI 14270
CosIng ID 87712
Last reviewed 10 July 2026

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