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Is Curcumin vegan?

Curcumin

Vegan

A bright yellow polyphenolic pigment extracted from the rhizome of turmeric (Curcuma longa). It is used as a natural colorant in food, cosmetics, and dietary supplements, and is also studied for its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.

Also known as CI75300, Diferuloylmethane, Natural Yellow 3, Turmeric extract, Turmeric yellow
E number E100
CAS number 458-37-7
EC number 207-280-5
CI number CI 75300
Last reviewed 16 April 2026

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