Is Octanoic acid, monoester with glycerol vegan?

Glyceryl Caprylate is also known as Octanoic acid, monoester with glycerol.

Glyceryl Caprylate is the monoester of glycerin and caprylic (octanoic) acid. It is used as an emollient, emulsifier, and preservative booster in cosmetic formulations, and can be produced from plant-derived or synthetic sources.

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