Is Caffeic Acid vegan?

Caffeic acid is a naturally occurring hydroxycinnamic acid found in all plants as an intermediate in lignin biosynthesis; it has antioxidant properties and is chemically unrelated to caffeine despite the similar name.

An ingredient is considered vegan if it contains no animal-derived components at any point in its production.

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