Is Minkamidopropyl Betaine vegetarian?

Minkamidopropyl Betaine is a betaine surfactant derived from mink oil fatty acid, used as a conditioning agent in cosmetics. Its production requires animal slaughter as it is derived from mink oil.

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

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