Is Collagen vegan?

Collagen

Not Vegan

A fibrous structural protein found in connective tissues, bones, cartilage, and skin of vertebrate animals. It is typically derived from cows, pigs, or chickens and is used in cosmetics as a skin-conditioning and film-forming agent.

Also known as Hydrolyzed collagen, Native collagen, Soluble collagen
CAS number 9007-34-5
EC number 232-697-4
Last reviewed 16 April 2026

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