Is Copper Sulfate vegan?
Copper Sulfate
Copper Sulfate is an inorganic compound with the formula CuSO4, commonly encountered as the bright blue pentahydrate crystal. It is a mineral-derived compound used in cosmetics, agriculture, and as a fungicide.
| Also known as | Blue Vitriol, Bluestone, Copper Sulphate, Copper(II) Sulfate, Cupric Sulfate |
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| INCI name | Copper Sulfate |
| E number | E519 |
| INS number | 519 |
| CAS number | 7758-98-7 |
| EC number | 231-847-6 |
| CosIng ID | 33031 |
| Last reviewed | 9 July 2026 |
An ingredient is considered vegan if it contains no animal-derived components at any point in its production.
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