What Are Byproducts. We Want to Know!

What are Animal Products

and byproducts

Whether it’s something obvious such as meat, or perhaps a surprising case like plywood, many of the goods we buy contain ingredients that fall under the category of “animal products” or “animal byproducts.” We talk about if often at VeganDesign.Org because there is alot of confusion around the term.

The list of specific parts and substances include:

• fat

• meat

• skin

• organs

• blood

• milk

• eggs

• hair

• bones

• hooves

• rennet (the stomach contents of an unweaned animal, usually a calf)

• gelatin (usually comes from collagen in various animal body parts)

• Jell-O (protein derived from skin and bones of certain animals)

The food industry is only one of the business sectors that use animal products. Because of their low cost and versatility, manufacturers incorporate these ingredients in everything from soap and sausage to cosmetics and cellos. To reduce waste and boost profits, rendering plants and slaughterhouses often sell their leftovers to brands. Read the rest.