Is Hydrolyzed Cordyceps Militaris Extract vegetarian?

Hydrolyzed Cordyceps Militaris Extract is the hydrolysate of an extract of Cordyceps militaris, an entomopathogenic fungus cultivated for its bioactive compounds, obtained via acid, enzyme, or other hydrolysis methods; the fungal mycelium is cultivated independent of insect hosts in cosmetic production.

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

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