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Is Direct Yellow 12 vegan?

Direct Yellow 12

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Direct Yellow 12, also known as Chrysophenine, is a yellow water-soluble synthetic disazo stilbene dye used as a colorant.

Also known as Chrysophenine, Chrysophenine G, Disodium 4,4'-bis[(4-ethoxyphenyl)azo]stilbene-2,2'-disulphonate, Disodium 4,4'-bis[(4-ethoxyphenyl)azo]stilbene-2,2'-disulphonate (CI 24895)
INCI name Direct Yellow 12
CAS number 2870-32-8
EC number 220-698-2
CI number CI 24895
CosIng ID 33570
Last reviewed 9 July 2026

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