Is Basic Green 5 vegan?
Basic Green 5
Vegan
Vegan
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
Methylene Green is a heterocyclic aromatic synthetic dye closely related to methylene blue. It is used as a biological stain and as a visible light-activated photocatalyst in organic synthesis.
| Also known as | Basic Green 5, Methylene Green |
|---|---|
| CAS number | 2679-01-8 |
| CI number | CI 52020 |
| Last reviewed | 3 June 2026 |
An ingredient is considered vegan if it contains no animal-derived components at any point in its production.
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