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Is Silk Powder vegetarian?

Silk Powder

Silk Powder is finely pulverized silk, a natural protein fiber composed mainly of fibroin and sericin, obtained from the cocoons of silkworms such as Bombyx mori; production typically involves killing the pupae inside the cocoons.

Also known as Serica Powder (EU)
INCI name Silk Powder
CAS number 9009-99-8
CosIng ID 92465
Last reviewed 9 July 2026

An ingredient is considered vegetarian if it avoids components derived from killing an animal.

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