Is INS 472 vegan?

Citric Acid Esters of Mono- and Diglycerides of Fatty Acids is also known as INS 472.

E472c consists of citric acid esters of mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids, used as emulsifiers and antioxidant synergists in food. The fatty acids may originate from animal or vegetable sources. They help stabilise emulsions and improve fat distribution in food products.

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