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What should I do if an ingredient seems questionable but is not included on the list of animal ingredients and their alternatives?

The list is not exhaustive. There are thousands of technical and patented names for ingredient variations. In fact, some ingredients go by the same name whether they are of animal, vegetable, or synthetic origin. If you have a question regarding a product’s ingredients, call the manufacturer directly.

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