Is Stearin vegan?

Q: Is Stearin vegan?

Stearin is not reliably vegan. It can come from plant or animal sources. A supplier declaration is needed to confirm the origin. Stearin is the general name for the glycerides of stearic acid (monostearin, distearin, and tristearin), with tristearin being the principal component. It is the main constituent of tallow and suet but can also be derived from vegetable sources. It is used as a thickener, emulsifier, and candle-making ingredient.

Stearin

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Stearin is the general name for the glycerides of stearic acid (monostearin, distearin, and tristearin), with tristearin being the principal component. It is the main constituent of tallow and suet but can also be derived from vegetable sources. It is used as a thickener, emulsifier, and candle-making ingredient.

Also known as	Fat Stearin, Glyceryl Tristearate, Stearyl Glyceride, Tallow Stearin, Tristearin
Last reviewed	16 April 2026

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Is Stearin vegan?

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