Is Ergocalciferol vegetarian?
Ergocalciferol
Ergocalciferol (Vitamin D2) is a fat-soluble vitamin produced by the UV irradiation of ergosterol, typically derived from yeast or fungi. It can also be obtained from animal fats. It is used as a dietary supplement and to fortify foods.
| Also known as | Calciferol, Cyclohexanol, 4-methylene-3-((2E)-2-((1R,3aS,7aR)-octahydro-7a-methyl-1-((1R,2E,4R)-1,4,5-trimethyl-2-hexen-1-yl)-4H-inden-4-ylidene)ethylidene)-, (1S,3Z)-, ergocalciferol, Ergocalciferol (INN) and Cholecalciferol (vitamins D2 and D3), Viosterol, Vitamin D2 |
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| INCI name | Ergocalciferol |
| CAS number | 50-14-6 |
| EC number | 200-014-9 |
| CosIng ID | 28672 |
| Last reviewed | 16 April 2026 |
An ingredient is considered vegetarian if it avoids components derived from killing an animal.
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