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Is Lithium Stearate vegetarian?

Lithium Stearate

Lithium stearate is the lithium salt of stearic acid, a soap-like compound prepared by reacting lithium hydroxide with stearic acid. Stearic acid can be derived from plant oils or animal fats, so the origin is not always vegan.

INCI name Lithium Stearate
CAS number 4485-12-5
EC number 224-772-5
CosIng ID 35042
Last reviewed 4 July 2026

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