Is 4-Hexylresorcinol vegan?

4-Hexylresorcinol

Vegan

4-Hexylresorcinol is a synthetic phenolic compound used as a food additive (E586) to prevent discolouration in crustaceans and as an antimicrobial agent in some cosmetic formulations.

Also known as 4-Hexyl-1,3-benzenediol, 4-Hexyl-1,3-dihydroxybenzene, p-Hexylresorcinol
E number E586
Last reviewed 14 May 2026

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