Is Carboxymethyl Chitosan vegetarian?

Carboxymethyl Chitosan is a water-soluble derivative of chitosan, produced by carboxymethylation of chitosan derived from the exoskeletons of crustaceans (such as shrimp and crab shells). It is used in cosmetics as a film-forming and moisturising agent.

An ingredient is considered vegetarian if it avoids components derived from killing an animal.

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