Source dependent

The source or production method of E484 can vary, so it is not always vegan.

Names you may see on a label

Стеарил цитратCytrynian stearylowyStearyl citrateStearylcitrat스테아릴 시트르산Citrato de esteariloStearil citratoStearylcitraatStearyl citrátStearyylisitraattiStearyylisitraattiaCitrate de stéaryle

How to verify it

Look for a vegan certification or a manufacturer statement identifying the original source. The ingredient name alone does not settle it.