Is Chlorophyllin-Copper Complex vegetarian?
Chlorophyllin-Copper Complex
Chlorophyllin-Copper Complex is a semi-synthetic derivative of plant chlorophyll in which magnesium is replaced by copper and the methyl and phytyl ester groups are replaced with alkali metal salts; it is used as a green colorant known as Natural Green 3.
| Also known as | Chlorophyl Cu Complex, Chlorophyl Cu Complex,Chlorophyllin, Copper Sodium Complex,CI 75810,Copper Sodium Chlorophyllin,Natural Green 3,Potassium Sodium Copper Chlorophyllin,Sodium Copper Chlorophyllin, Chlorophyllin, Copper Sodium Complex, Copper Sodium Chlorophyllin, Natural Green 3, Potassium Sodium Copper Chlorophyllin, Sodium Copper Chlorophyllin |
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| INCI name | Chlorophyllin-Copper Complex |
| E number | E141 |
| INS number | 141 |
| CAS number | 11006-34-1 |
| EC number | 234-242-5 |
| CI number | CI 75810 |
| CosIng ID | 92350 |
| Last reviewed | 9 July 2026 |
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