Is Mono- and Diglycerides vegetarian?

Mono- and diglycerides are emulsifying agents used in a wide range of food products including puddings, ice cream, peanut butter, and bread. They can be derived from plant oils such as corn, peanut, or soybean oil, or from animal fats such as those from cows and pigs.

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

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