Are catalysts destroyed by Flame/Acid traps?
I personally see Catalysts as permanent magic item and therefore unaffected by the trap.
Flame/Acid traps:: Page 145
These traps destroy all “fragile” items within their radius, unless they are protected within a sealed metal container. Common “fragile” items include scrolls, potions, papers, glass items, ritual components, and other non-metal non-weapon/shield/armor items
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There are two types of ritual components: reagents and catalysts.
I personally see Catalysts as permanent magic item and therefore unaffected by the trap.