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Is Porphyridium Polysaccharide vegetarian?

Porphyridium Polysaccharide

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Porphyridium Polysaccharide is a polysaccharide fraction secreted by cultured cells of Porphyridium, a genus of unicellular red algae.

Also known as Porphyridium Cruentum Polysaccharide
INCI name Porphyridium Polysaccharide
CosIng ID 59020
Last reviewed 9 July 2026

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