An emulsifier made from glycerol and fatty acids — essentially a fat derivative found in countless processed foods. It helps mix ingredients like oil and water that would otherwise separate, improving texture in bread, pastries, margarine, ice cream, and chocolate. Considered safe by EFSA and FDA at typical food levels. It is technically synthetic in most cases, though derived from natural fat sources like vegetable oils or animal fats.
This additive is authorised to be used in the following 22 food categories:
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