Is PEG-200 Trihydroxystearin vegetarian?

PEG-200 Trihydroxystearin is the ethoxylated triester of glycerin and 12-hydroxystearic acid, used as an emulsifier; the hydroxystearic acid may be derived from plant sources (castor oil) or, less commonly, animal fat.

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

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