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Is Acetyl Glucosamine vegan?

Acetyl Glucosamine (N-acetylglucosamine) is an amino sugar derivative used in cosmetics for its skin-conditioning properties. It can be produced via fermentation or chemical synthesis, or derived from chitin sources such as crustacean shells or fungal fermentation.

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