Is Laureth-5 Carboxylic Acid vegetarian?

Laureth-5 Carboxylic Acid is a mild anionic surfactant made from lauryl alcohol ethoxylated with an average of 5 moles of ethylene oxide, followed by carboxylation. It is commonly used in cleansing products such as shampoos due to its gentle cleansing properties.

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

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