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Is Solvent Orange 7 vegetarian?

Solvent Orange 7

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Solvent Orange 7 (CI 12140) is a synthetic azo dye used as a colouring agent, restricted from use in cosmetic products.

Also known as 1-(2,4-Dimethylphenylazo)-2-naphthol, C.I. Solvent Orange 7, Sudan II, Sudan red
INCI name Solvent Orange 7
CAS number 3118-97-6
EC number 221-490-4
CI number CI 12140
CosIng ID 28720
Last reviewed 9 July 2026

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