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Is Chitin Glycolate vegetarian?

Chitin Glycolate

Chitin Glycolate is the hydroxyacetate derivative of chitin, a polysaccharide typically extracted from the shells of crustaceans such as shrimp and crabs.

Also known as Chitin Hydroxyacetate
INCI name Chitin Glycolate
CosIng ID 32643
Last reviewed 4 July 2026

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