Is Lipase vegan?

Lipase

Unconfirmed

Lipase is an enzyme that breaks down fats into glycerol and fatty acids. It can be derived from the stomachs and tongue glands of calves, kids, and lambs, or alternatively from plants, fungi, or yeast.

Also known as Fat-splitting enzyme, Triacylglycerol lipase, Triglyceride lipase
Last reviewed 16 April 2026

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