Is Chalaza/Egg Yolk Extract vegetarian?

Chalaza/Egg Yolk Extract is an extract obtained from the chalaza and yolk of chicken eggs; it is an egg-derived ingredient that does not require slaughter of the animal.

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

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