Is Bixa Orellana Seed Oil vegan?
Bixa Orellana Seed Oil
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Bixa Orellana Seed Oil is an oil expressed from the seeds of the annatto plant (Bixa orellana), native to Mexico and Central and South America, used in cosmetics for skin conditioning and coloring.
| Also known as | Annatto Seed Oil |
|---|---|
| INCI name | Bixa Orellana Seed Oil |
| CAS number | 89957-43-7 |
| EC number | 289-561-2 |
| CosIng ID | 54725 |
| Last reviewed | 4 July 2026 |
An ingredient is considered vegan if it contains no animal-derived components at any point in its production.
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