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Is Phytohemagglutinin vegetarian?

Phytohemagglutinin

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Phytohemagglutinin (PHA) is a lectin protein isolated from the red kidney bean, Phaseolus vulgaris, that binds specific carbohydrates and causes agglutination of blood cells.

Also known as PHA
INCI name Phytohemagglutinin
CAS number 9008-97-3
EC number 232-718-7
CosIng ID 98920
Last reviewed 4 July 2026

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