Is L-4-Hydroxyproline vegan?

Hydroxyproline is also known as L-4-Hydroxyproline.

Hydroxyproline is an amino acid, (2S,4R)-4-hydroxyproline, that is a major component of collagen. It can be obtained from animal collagen hydrolysis or produced synthetically/via fermentation, so its origin varies by source.

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