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Is Solvent Orange 16 vegetarian?

Solvent Orange 16

Vegetarian Vegetarian
Vegan Vegan

CI 45396 is a xanthene-class colorant used in cosmetics, chemically related to fluorescein derivatives; also known as Uranine or related xanthene dyes.

Also known as 3',6'-Dihydroxy-4',5'-Dinitrospiro[isobenzofuran-1(3H),9'-[9H]xanthene]-3-one
INCI name Solvent Orange 16
CAS number 24545-86-6
EC number 246-308-0
CI number CI 45396
CosIng ID 32770
Last reviewed 14 July 2026

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