GEORGE TOWN: The use of animal-based amino acid L-cysteine, which is usually used in the food, pharmaceutical and cosmetic industries, should be banned by the Health Ministry.
Consumers Association of Penang (CAP) president S.M. Mohamed Idris said that L-cysteine, which is derived from human and animal sources, such as hair, feathers and hooves, is a taboo for Muslims and vegetarians.
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