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Is Carotene vegan?

Carotene is a group of orange-yellow pigments (tetraterpenoids) found naturally in plants, particularly in carrots, leafy greens, and other vegetables. It serves as a precursor to vitamin A and is used as a natural food colourant and antioxidant. Commercial carotene may be plant-extracted or synthetically produced.

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