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Is Dioscorea Japonica Root Powder vegetarian?

Dioscorea Japonica Root Powder

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Dioscorea Japonica Root Powder is a powder obtained from the dried, ground roots of Dioscorea japonica, a yam species in the Dioscoreaceae family.

Also known as Japanese yam root powder
INCI name Dioscorea Japonica Root Powder
CosIng ID 95487
Last reviewed 10 July 2026

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