Is 2,4-Xylidine vegan?

2,4-Xylidine

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2,4-Xylidine is a synthetic aromatic amine used as a chemical intermediate in dye and chemical manufacturing. It has no animal origin and is classified as a possible human carcinogen (IARC Group 2B).

Also known as 2,4-Dimethylaniline, Benzenamine, 2,4-dimethyl-, m-Xylidine
INCI name 2,4-Xylidine
CAS number 95-68-1
EC number 202-440-0
CosIng ID 81045
Last reviewed 10 July 2026

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