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Is Solvent Yellow 16 vegan?

Solvent Yellow 16

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Sudan Yellow 3G is a yellow azo dye that is soluble in fats and oils. It is a synthetic organic dye used for coloring lipophilic materials. It is also known by its Colour Index generic name Solvent Yellow 16.

Also known as 2,4-Dihydro-5-methyl-2-phenyl-4-(phenylazo)-3H-pyrazol-3-on, 2,4-Dihydro-5-methyl-2-phenyl-4-(phenylazo)-3H-pyrazol-3-one, C.I. Disperse Yellow, Solvent Yellow 16, Sudan Yellow 3G
INCI name Solvent Yellow 16
CAS number 4314-14-1
EC number 224-330-1
CI number CI 12700
CosIng ID 30400
Last reviewed 3 June 2026

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