Is Hydroxyethyl Chitosan vegan?

Hydroxyethyl Chitosan is an ethoxylated derivative of chitosan, a polysaccharide typically derived from the shells of crustaceans such as shrimp and crab, though non-animal fungal sources also exist.

An ingredient is considered vegan if it contains no animal-derived components at any point in its production.

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