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Is Ulva Lactuca Extract vegetarian?

Ulva Lactuca Extract

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Ulva Lactuca Extract is an extract of the green alga sea lettuce, Ulva lactuca. Seaweeds like this are harvested for polysaccharides and other compounds used in food and cosmetics.

Also known as Sea Lettuce Extract
INCI name Ulva Lactuca Extract
CAS number 97281-59-9
EC number 306-561-0
CosIng ID 80487
Last reviewed 9 July 2026

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