We can confirm that the polymer pellet from which the base substrate is made contains a trace of a substance known as tallow. Tallow is derived from animal fats (suet) and is a substance that is also widely used in the manufacture of candles and soap.Further details about production were not released, but depending on the kind of animal fat used the bills could also create problems for certain religious groups.
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Showing posts with label Vegans. Show all posts
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Wednesday, November 30, 2016
British Plastic Banknotes Raise Problems For Vegans
In Britain, vegans and vegetarians are protesting the country's new currency. According to The Independent yesterday, the new £5 notes printed on polymer rather than paper contain animal fat. A spokesperson for the Bank of England said of the new banknotes:
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