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Is 6-Amino-o-Cresol vegan?

6-Amino-o-Cresol

Vegan

6-Amino-o-cresol is a synthetic aromatic amine compound primarily used as an intermediate in oxidative hair dye formulations.

Also known as 2-Amino-6-methylphenol, Phenol, 6-amino-2-methyl-
INCI name 6-Amino-o-Cresol
CAS number 499-75-2
CosIng ID 31540
Last reviewed 4 July 2026

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