Is Coconut Acid vegetarian?

Coconut Acid refers to the mixed fatty acids derived from coconut oil, obtained from the meat of the coconut palm fruit (Cocos nucifera); used in cosmetics as a cleansing and emulsifying agent or as a raw material for surfactant synthesis.

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

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