Is Ethylhexyl Adipate/Palmitate/Stearate vegetarian?

Ethylhexyl Adipate/Palmitate/Stearate is a mixture of esters formed by the reaction of 2-ethylhexyl alcohol with adipic, palmitic, and stearic acids, used as an emollient in cosmetic formulations. The fatty acid components can be of plant or animal origin, though plant/synthetic sourcing is most common industrially.

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

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