Is Calcium Chitosan vegan?
Calcium Chitosan
Vegan
Not Vegan
Vegetarian
Not Vegetarian
Calcium Chitosan is the calcium salt of chitosan, a linear polysaccharide typically derived from the chitin of crustacean shells (such as shrimp) treated with alkaline substances.
| INCI name | Calcium Chitosan |
|---|---|
| CosIng ID | 85265 |
| Last reviewed | 4 July 2026 |
An ingredient is considered vegan if it contains no animal-derived components at any point in its production.
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