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Lactase Lactase is an enzyme that breaks down lactose, a sugar found in milk. It is naturally produced in the digestive … More details → Potassium hydrogen carbonate E501ii Not animal-derived Potassium hydrogen carbonate, also known as potassium bicarbonate, is an inorganic salt. It occurs naturally in small amounts in plants … More details → Whole wheat Not animal-derived Whole wheat refers to the entire wheat kernel, comprising the bran, germ, and endosperm. It is a staple cereal grain … More details → Pea flour Not animal-derived Pea flour is made from dried, ground peas. It is a fine powder that retains the nutritional profile of the … More details → Enzyme Enzymes are proteins that act as biological catalysts, speeding up specific chemical reactions. They are naturally occurring and can be … More details → Oat fibre Not animal-derived Oat fibre is a type of dietary fibre derived from oats. It is produced by processing oats to isolate and … More details → Emulsifying salts Emulsifying salts are mineral salts, typically sodium, potassium, or calcium salts of phosphates, citrates, or tartrates. They are often produced … More details → Hazelnut paste Not animal-derived Hazelnut paste is a smooth, thick spread made from ground hazelnuts. The nuts are typically roasted to enhance their flavour … More details → Sodium hydroxide E524 Not animal-derived Sodium hydroxide, also known as caustic soda, is a strong alkali. It is manufactured industrially through the electrolysis of sodium … More details → Textured soy protein Not animal-derived Textured soy protein (TSP), also known as textured vegetable protein (TVP), is made from defatted soy flour. The flour is … More details → Concentrate More details → Grape must Not animal-derived Grape must is the unfermented juice of grapes, typically from crushed grapes before pressing. It is a fundamental component in … More details → Plum Not animal-derived Plums are stone fruits that grow on trees in the Prunus genus. They are typically oval or round, with smooth … More details → Potassium lactate E326 Potassium lactate is the potassium salt of lactic acid. It is produced by the neutralisation of lactic acid, which can … More details → Concentrated grape juice Not animal-derived Concentrated grape juice is made by removing water from grape juice, intensifying its natural flavour and sweetness. It is derived … More details → Herbs and spices Not animal-derived Herbs and spices are plant-derived substances used to flavour food. They can be the leaves, flowers, bark, roots, seeds, or … More details → Pea protein isolate Not animal-derived Pea protein isolate is a concentrated source of protein derived from yellow split peas. The process typically involves dehulling and … More details → Peanut paste Not animal-derived Peanut paste is made from ground roasted peanuts. The roasting process develops the characteristic nutty flavour and aroma. It is … More details → Concentrated tomato purée Not animal-derived Concentrated tomato purée is made by cooking tomatoes and then removing most of the water content through evaporation. This process … More details → Filtered water Not animal-derived Water is a clear, odourless, tasteless liquid essential for life. In food production, it is often filtered to remove impurities … More details → Titanium dioxide E171 Not animal-derived Titanium dioxide is a naturally occurring oxide of titanium, a metal. It is processed to create a fine white powder. … More details → Allura red E129 Not animal-derived Allura red is a synthetic red azo dye. It is manufactured from petroleum-based chemicals through a multi-step process involving diazotisation … More details → Bifidus Not animal-derived Bifidus is a type of bacteria, often referred to as Bifidobacterium. It is a common inhabitant of the human gut … More details → Lysozyme E1105 Animal-derived Lysozyme is an enzyme that acts as a natural antimicrobial agent. It is typically derived from egg white (hen's egg) … More details → Black cumin Not animal-derived Black cumin (Nigella sativa) is an annual flowering plant native to Southern Europe, the Middle East, and North Africa. Its … More details → Lactobacillus acidophilus Lactobacillus acidophilus is a species of lactic acid bacteria. It is naturally found in the human gut and is commonly … More details → Potassium metabisulphite E224 Not animal-derived Potassium metabisulphite is an inorganic salt, a white or yellowish crystalline powder. It is produced commercially by treating potassium carbonate … More details → Broad bean Not animal-derived Broad beans (Vicia faba) are a large, flat bean native to the Mediterranean and Middle East. They grow in pods … More details → Pear Not animal-derived Pears are a sweet, edible fruit produced by the pear tree, Pyrus communis. They are typically bell-shaped and have a … More details → Red cabbage Not animal-derived Red cabbage (Brassica oleracea var. capitata f. rubra) is a variety of cabbage known for its deep purple or red … More details → Red leicester Animal-derived Red Leicester is a firm, unpasteurised cow's milk cheese originating from Leicestershire in England. It is made using a traditional … More details → Concentrated orange juice Not animal-derived Concentrated orange juice is made by removing water from orange juice through evaporation. This process intensifies the natural flavour and … More details → Millet Not animal-derived Millet is a group of small-seeded grasses, cultivated as cereal crops. It is a staple food in many parts of … More details → Plant extracts Not animal-derived Plant extracts are derived from various parts of plants, such as leaves, flowers, roots, or seeds. They are obtained through … More details → Potato protein Not animal-derived Potato protein is derived from potatoes. It is produced by separating the protein content from the starch and fibre components … More details → Agave syrup Not animal-derived Agave syrup is a sweetener derived from the agave plant, native to Mexico and South America. It is produced by … More details → Brandy Brandy is a spirit produced by distilling wine. The wine is typically made from fermented fruit, most commonly grapes. The … More details → Carrot extract Not animal-derived Carrot extract is a natural colouring derived from carrots. The extraction process typically involves washing, chopping, and then pressing carrots … More details → Fenugreek leaf Not animal-derived Fenugreek leaf, also known as methi, is the leaf of the fenugreek plant (Trigonella foenum-graecum). It is native to the … More details → Monocalcium phosphate E341i Not animal-derived Monocalcium phosphate is a chemical compound that is a salt of calcium and phosphoric acid. It is produced industrially by … More details → Barley flour Not animal-derived Barley flour is made from milled barley grains. Barley is a cereal grain that has been cultivated for thousands of … More details → Capsicum extract Not animal-derived Capsicum extract is a natural colourant derived from the fruit of the capsicum plant, commonly known as chilli peppers. The … More details → Kale Not animal-derived Kale is a leafy green vegetable belonging to the Brassica oleracea family, which also includes cabbage and broccoli. It is … More details → Dried carrot Not animal-derived Dried carrot is made from carrots (Daucus carota subsp. sativus) that have had most of their water content removed through … More details → Lettuce Not animal-derived Lettuce is a leafy green plant, most commonly grown as a vegetable for salads and other dishes. Varieties include iceberg, … More details → Rice bran oil Not animal-derived Rice bran oil is a vegetable oil extracted from the bran of rice grains. The bran is the outer layer … More details → Shiitake Not animal-derived Shiitake (Lentinula edodes) are edible mushrooms native to East Asia. They are cultivated for their rich, umami flavour and meaty … More details → Sulfite More details → Caffeine flavour Not animal-derived Caffeine is a naturally occurring stimulant found in coffee beans, tea leaves, and cocoa beans. It can also be produced … More details → Shrimp Animal-derived Shrimp are small to medium-sized crustaceans found in marine and freshwater environments worldwide. They are typically caught in the wild … More details →

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