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Is Brown HT vegan?

Brown HT

Vegan

Brown HT is a synthetic diazo dye used as a brown food colourant. It is produced by chemical synthesis and is permitted in certain food products within the EU.

Also known as C.I. 20285, C.I. Food Brown 3, Chocolate Brown HT, CI20285, Food Brown 3
E number E155
CI number CI 20285
Last reviewed 22 April 2026

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