Is Basic Blue 41 vegetarian?
Basic Blue 41
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
Vegan
Vegan
Basic Blue 41 is a synthetic cationic methine/benzothiazolium dye used as a colorant in hair dye formulations.
| Also known as | 2-[[4-[ethyl(2-hydroxyethyl)amino]phenyl]azo]-6-methoxy-3-methylbenzothiazolium methyl sulphate, 2-[[4-[ethyl(2-hydroxyethyl)amino]phenyl]azo]-6-methoxy-3-methylbenzothiazolium methyl sulphate (CI 11154) |
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| INCI name | Basic Blue 41 |
| CAS number | 12270-13-2 |
| EC number | 235-546-0 |
| CI number | CI 11154 |
| CosIng ID | 32064 |
| Last reviewed | 9 July 2026 |
An ingredient is considered vegetarian if it avoids components derived from killing an animal.
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