Is Docosanoic acid, dodecyl ester vegan?

Lauryl Behenate is also known as Docosanoic acid, dodecyl ester.

Lauryl Behenate is the ester of lauryl alcohol and behenic acid, used as an emollient and thickening agent in cosmetics. It is typically produced synthetically from fatty alcohols and fatty acids of vegetable origin.

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