Is Octyl Acetate vegetarian?

Octyl acetate (octyl ethanoate) is an ester formed from 1-octanol and acetic acid with the formula CH3(CH2)7O2CCH3. It occurs naturally in citrus fruits such as oranges and grapefruits, and is also found in various essential oils and plant sources. It is used as a fragrance ingredient and flavouring agent.

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

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