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Is Chymotrypsin vegan?

Chymotrypsin

Vegetarian Unconfirmed

A serine protease enzyme primarily derived from the pancreas of oxen (bovine) or pigs. It is used in pharmaceutical and cosmetic applications for its proteolytic activity, aiding in protein digestion and exfoliation.

Also known as Alpha-chymotrypsin, Bovine chymotrypsin, Chymotrypsin A, Chymotrypsin A,Chymotrypsin B
Vegan alternatives Bromelain
INCI name Chymotrypsin
CAS number 9004-07-3
EC number 232-671-2
CosIng ID 91738
Last reviewed 16 April 2026

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