Is Trypsin vegetarian?
Trypsin
Vegetarian
Unconfirmed
Vegan
Not Vegan
Trypsin is a serine protease enzyme commercially extracted from the pancreatic tissue of pigs or cattle. It is used in biochemical research, cell culture, and as a digestive enzyme supplement.
| Also known as | Bovine Trypsin, Pancreatic Trypsin, Porcine Trypsin |
|---|---|
| INCI name | Trypsin |
| CAS number | 9002-07-7 |
| EC number | 232-650-8 |
| CosIng ID | 59908 |
| Last reviewed | 16 April 2026 |
An ingredient is considered vegetarian if it avoids components derived from killing an animal.
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