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Is Bixa Orellana Leaf Powder vegan?

Bixa Orellana Leaf Powder

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Bixa Orellana Leaf Powder is the powder obtained from the dried, ground leaves of Bixa orellana (achiote tree), a shrub native to tropical regions of the Americas, also known for producing annatto seed dye.

Also known as Achiote Leaf Powder, Annatto Leaf Powder
INCI name Bixa Orellana Leaf Powder
EC number 289-561-2
CosIng ID 100053
Last reviewed 9 July 2026

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