Is Ammonium Hydroxide vegetarian?
Ammonium Hydroxide
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Ammonium Hydroxide is an aqueous solution of ammonia used as an acidity regulator and raising agent (E527) in food and as an alkalising agent in cosmetic formulations.
| Also known as | AMMONIA, Ammonia solution, Ammonia water, Ammonia, anhydrous, Ammonium hydroxyde, Aqua ammonia, Aqueous ammonia |
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| INCI name | Ammonium Hydroxide |
| E number | E527 |
| INS number | 527 |
| CAS number | 7664-41-7 |
| EC number | 231-635-3 |
| CosIng ID | 31870 |
| Last reviewed | 22 April 2026 |
An ingredient is considered vegetarian if it avoids components derived from killing an animal.
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