Is Oxidation Base 32 vegan?
Oxidation Base 32
Pyrogallol is an organic compound with the formula C6H3(OH)3, found in many plants and also produced synthetically. It is a water-soluble white solid (though samples are typically brownish due to air sensitivity) and is one of three isomers of benzenetriol. It is used in photography, hair dyeing, and as an oxidation base.
| Also known as | 1,2,3-Benzenetriol, Oxidation Base 32, Pyrogallic Acid |
|---|---|
| INCI name | Oxidation Base 32 |
| CAS number | 87-66-1 |
| EC number | 201-762-9 |
| CI number | CI 76515 |
| CosIng ID | 58786 |
| Last reviewed | 3 June 2026 |
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