Is Triclosan vegetarian?

Triclosan is a synthetic chlorinated aromatic compound used as an antibacterial and antifungal agent in consumer products such as toothpaste, soaps, and detergents. Its use has become controversial due to concerns about antimicrobial resistance and endocrine disruption.

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

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