Is Methyl Benzoate vegetarian?

Methyl Benzoate is the ester of methanol and benzoic acid, occurring naturally in some plants but typically produced synthetically. It is a colorless liquid with a pleasant almond and floral scent used in perfumery.

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

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