Is C12-15 Pareth-9 Phosphate vegetarian?

C12-15 Pareth-9 Phosphate is a complex mixture of esters formed from C12-15 Pareth-9 (a fatty alcohol ethoxylate) and phosphoric acid, used as a surfactant and emulsifier in cosmetics. Its fatty alcohol component can be derived from synthetic or plant sources.

An ingredient is considered vegetarian if it avoids components derived from killing an animal.

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