Source dependent

The source or production method of E572 can vary, so it is not always vegan.

Names you may see on a label

MagnesiumstearatStearato di magnesioC36H70MgO4Stearynian magnezuСтеарат магнияMagnesium stearateEstereato de magnesioMagnesiumstearaatStearan hořečnatýHořečnatá sůl kyseliny oktadekanovéOktadekanoát hořečnatýStearát hořečnatýStéarate de magnésiumMagnesiumstearaattiEstearato de magnésio

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.