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Is Solvent Orange 2 vegetarian?

Solvent Orange 2

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Oil Orange SS is a synthetic azo dye used as a solvent dye for colouring oils, waxes, fats, and other non-polar media. It is classified as a possible human carcinogen (IARC Group 2B) and is also known as Orange OT and Solvent Orange 2.

Also known as Orange OT, Solvent Orange 2
CAS number 2646-17-5
CI number CI 12100
Last reviewed 3 June 2026

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