Is Silicone Quaternium-1 vegetarian?

Silicone Quaternium-1 is a quaternary ammonium silicone compound made by esterifying an ethoxylated silicone with a coco-acylamino betaine derivative, used in shampoos and conditioners for hair conditioning. The coco-fatty acid component is typically plant-derived, but sourcing can vary.

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

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