Gycerol Ester Of Wood Rosin
What is Gycerol Ester Of Wood Rosin?
Glycerol ester of wood rosin is a food additive made from rosin, a resin from pine trees. It is produced by reacting rosin with glycerol. This process creates an ester, a type of chemical compound.
Is Gycerol Ester Of Wood Rosin vegan?
Gycerol Ester Of Wood Rosin is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Gycerol Ester Of Wood Rosin gluten-free?
It is derived from pine trees and does not contain gluten.
Is Gycerol Ester Of Wood Rosin a major allergen?
Not a major allergen.
What is Gycerol Ester Of Wood Rosin used for?
Manufacturers use glycerol ester of wood rosin as a stabilizer in beverages, particularly citrus-flavored drinks.
Is Gycerol Ester Of Wood Rosin safe?
Glycerol ester of wood rosin is Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as a food additive.
Why it's used
Manufacturers use glycerol ester of wood rosin as a stabilizer in beverages, particularly citrus-flavored drinks. It helps keep the flavoring oils evenly distributed in the drink, preventing them from separating and floating to the top. It is also used in chewing gum.
Health notes
Glycerol ester of wood rosin is Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as a food additive. It has been evaluated by JECFA, which did not set a numeric limit (ADI not specified). It is not known to cause adverse health effects at the levels typically consumed in food. No significant controversies or mixed evidence regarding its safety at approved levels have been reported.
Allergen info
Not a major allergen. It is derived from pine trees and does not contain gluten.
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