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Is Chlorella Protothecoides Extract vegetarian?

Chlorella Protothecoides Extract

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Chlorella Protothecoides Extract is an extract obtained from Auxenochlorella protothecoides (formerly Chlorella protothecoides), a facultatively heterotrophic green microalga known for its high lipid content.

INCI name Chlorella Protothecoides Extract
CosIng ID 98814
Last reviewed 9 July 2026

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