Is Magnesium Stearate vegan?

Magnesium stearate is the magnesium salt of stearic acid, produced by reacting magnesium with stearic acid. It is widely used as a lubricant and anti-caking agent in pharmaceuticals and cosmetics; the stearic acid component may be of animal or plant origin.

An ingredient is considered vegan if it contains no animal-derived components at any point in its production.

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