Is Octyl Gallate vegetarian?

Octyl gallate is the octyl ester of gallic acid, used as a synthetic antioxidant in food products to prevent rancidity in fats and oils. Although gallic acid can be plant-derived, octyl gallate itself is produced via chemical esterification.

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

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