Is Streptococcus thermophilus vegan? Sources and aliases

Source dependent

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

Names you may see on a label

streptococcus thermophiliusthermophiluss. thermophiluss.thermophilusStreptococcus salivarius ssp. thermophilusStr. thermophilus

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