Is Maleic Anhydride vegetarian?

Maleic anhydride is an organic compound with the formula C2H2(CO)2O, the acid anhydride of maleic acid. It is a colorless or white solid produced industrially on a large scale for use in coatings and polymers.

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

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