Is Sorbeth-8 Beeswax vegetarian?

Sorbeth-8 Beeswax is an ester formed from ethoxylated sorbitan and beeswax, containing an average of 8 moles of ethylene oxide. As it is derived from beeswax, it is not vegan, but it is considered vegetarian since bees are not killed in typical beeswax harvesting.

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

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