Is Aluminium Ammonium Sulphate vegetarian?
Aluminium Ammonium Sulphate
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Aluminium Ammonium Sulphate (ammonium alum) is an inorganic salt used as a firming agent and stabiliser (E523) in food products, and also as an astringent in cosmetics.
| Also known as | alum, ammonium, Aluminum ammonium bis(sulfate), Ammonium alum, Ammonium aluminium sulfate, Tschermigite |
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| INCI name | Aluminium Ammonium Sulphate |
| E number | E523 |
| INS number | 523 |
| EC number | 232-055-3 |
| CosIng ID | 31844 |
| Last reviewed | 22 April 2026 |
An ingredient is considered vegetarian if it avoids components derived from killing an animal.
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