Is HC Blue 16 vegetarian?
HC Blue 16
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
Vegan
Vegan
HC Blue 16 is a synthetic anthraquinone dye used as a colourant in semi-permanent hair dye products.
| Also known as | 1-Propanaminium, 3-[[9,10-dihydro-4-(methylamino)-9,10-dioxo-1-anthracenyl]amino]-N,N-dimethyl-N-propyl-, bromide, HC Blue 16, HC Blue No. 16 |
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| INCI name | HC Blue 16 |
| CAS number | 502453-61-4 |
| EC number | 481-170-7 |
| CosIng ID | 91103 |
| Last reviewed | 9 July 2026 |
An ingredient is considered vegetarian if it avoids components derived from killing an animal.
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