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Is Amylases vegetarian?

Amylases

Vegetarian Vegetarian
Vegan Vegan

Amylases are enzymes that catalyse the breakdown of starch, used as flour treatment agents in baking. They are commercially produced primarily through microbial fermentation using fungi or bacteria.

INS number 1100
Last reviewed 10 July 2026

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