Is Laureth-11 vegetarian?

Laureth-11 is a polyethylene glycol ether of lauryl alcohol, containing an average of 11 moles of ethylene oxide, used as a nonionic surfactant and emulsifier in personal care products. Lauryl alcohol is typically derived from coconut or palm kernel oil, though animal-derived sources are also possible.

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

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