Bromocresol Green
INCI: BROMOCRESOL GREEN
Reviewed by Rosie · Last updated 18 Aug 2026
What Is Bromocresol Green?
Bromocresol Green (INCI: BROMOCRESOL GREEN) is a cosmetic ingredient listed in the EU CosIng inventory. Phenol, 4,4'-(3H-2,1-benzoxathiol-3-ylidene)bis[2,6-dibromo-3-methyl-,S,S-dioxide.
Its declared cosmetic function is cosmetic colorant.
Source: European Commission CosIng inventory.
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