Lactic And Fatty Acid Esters Of Glycerol
What is Lactic And Fatty Acid Esters Of Glycerol?
Lactic and fatty acid esters of glycerol are emulsifiers made from glycerol, lactic acid, and fatty acids. These fatty acids can come from plant or animal sources. They help mix ingredients that normally don't blend well, like oil and water.
Is Lactic And Fatty Acid Esters Of Glycerol a major allergen?
Not a major allergen.
What is Lactic And Fatty Acid Esters Of Glycerol used for?
These emulsifiers are used in baked goods, dairy products, and confectionery to improve texture and stability.
Is Lactic And Fatty Acid Esters Of Glycerol safe?
In the U.S., lactic and fatty acid esters of glycerol are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as intended.
Why it's used
These emulsifiers are used in baked goods, dairy products, and confectionery to improve texture and stability. They help create a smoother mouthfeel and prevent ingredients from separating. You can find them in products like cookies, cakes, and ice cream.
Health notes
In the U.S., lactic and fatty acid esters of glycerol are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as intended. International bodies like JECFA and EFSA have also evaluated emulsifiers, and they are permitted for use in many countries. Current scientific evidence does not indicate adverse health effects from consuming these emulsifiers at typical dietary levels.
Allergen info
Not a major allergen. While fatty acids can be derived from soy or other sources, the final ingredient is not considered one of the major allergens.
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