Is Gallic Acid vegetarian?

Gallic acid, also known as 3,4,5-trihydroxybenzoic acid, is a phenolic acid with the formula C6H2(OH)3CO2H, found in gallnuts, sumac, witch hazel, tea leaves, oak bark, and other plants; it is a white solid, though samples are often brown due to partial oxidation.

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

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