Is PEG-3/PPG-2 Glyceryl/Sorbitol Hydroxystearate/Isostearate vegetarian?

A complex synthetic ester derived from the ethoxylation and propoxylation of glycerin and sorbitol reacted with hydroxystearic and isostearic acids, used as an emulsifier in cosmetics. Sorbitol and hydroxystearic acid feedstocks may be of plant or animal-derived origin depending on supplier.

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

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