Glyceryl Lacto Esters
What is Glyceryl Lacto Esters?
Glyceryl lacto esters are a group of emulsifiers made from vegetable oil and lactic acid. They are produced by reacting glycerol with lactic acid, often with the addition of fatty acids.
Is Glyceryl Lacto Esters gluten-free?
They do not contain gluten.
Is Glyceryl Lacto Esters a major allergen?
Glyceryl lacto esters are not derived from major allergens like milk, egg, fish, shellfish, tree nuts, peanuts, wheat, soy, or sesame.
What is Glyceryl Lacto Esters used for?
These compounds help blend ingredients that normally don't mix, like oil and water.
Is Glyceryl Lacto Esters safe?
Glyceryl lacto esters are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food.
Why it's used
These compounds help blend ingredients that normally don't mix, like oil and water. They improve texture and stability in baked goods, confectionery, and dairy products.
Health notes
Glyceryl lacto esters are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. International bodies like JECFA have evaluated them, and they are approved for use in many countries. There is no widespread scientific controversy regarding their safety at typical consumption levels.
Allergen info
Glyceryl lacto esters are not derived from major allergens like milk, egg, fish, shellfish, tree nuts, peanuts, wheat, soy, or sesame. They do not contain gluten.
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