Is Rhus Semialata Gall Extract vegetarian?

Rhus Semialata Gall Extract is an extract of the galls formed by the insect Melaphis chinensis parasitizing the leaves of Rhus semialata (Chinese sumac), a plant of the family Anacardiaceae. The galls form as a plant response to insect parasitism and do not require killing the insects.

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

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