Is Basic Yellow 2 vegan?

Auramine O is a diarylmethane dye that appears as yellow needle crystals in its pure form. It is used as a fluorescent stain in histology and microbiology, particularly for the detection of acid-fast bacteria, and is insoluble in water but soluble in ethanol and DMSO.

An ingredient is considered vegan if it contains no animal-derived components at any point in its production.

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