Is Calcium Sulphate vegetarian?
Calcium Sulphate
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Calcium Sulphate is a naturally occurring inorganic mineral compound found as gypsum or anhydrite. It is used as a firming agent, acidity regulator, and anti-caking agent in food and cosmetic products.
| Also known as | Alabaster, Anhydrite, Calcium sulfate, Calcium sulphate (CI 77231), CI 77231, Gypsum, Plaster of Paris |
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| INCI name | Calcium Sulphate |
| E number | E516 |
| INS number | 516 |
| CAS number | 7778-18-9 |
| EC number | 231-900-3 |
| CosIng ID | 32349 |
| Last reviewed | 22 April 2026 |
An ingredient is considered vegetarian if it avoids components derived from killing an animal.
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