Is Solvent Yellow 182 vegetarian?
Solvent Yellow 182
Benzanthrone (BZA) is a polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon that forms a yellow solid. It is used as a dyestuff intermediate for anthraquinone-based dyes and is produced by reduction of anthraquinone to anthrone followed by alkylation with glycerol and sulfuric acid.
| Also known as | Benzanthrone, Solvent yellow 182 |
|---|---|
| CAS number | 82-05-3 |
| CI number | CI 589005 |
| Last reviewed | 3 June 2026 |
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