Ingredient

Mono- And Diglycerides Datem Sodium Stearoyl Lactylate

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Allergen
No
Role in food
These ingredients act as emulsifiers, helping to blend oil and water-based ingredients in foods …

What is Mono- And Diglycerides Datem Sodium Stearoyl Lactylate?

Mono- and diglycerides are fats that are commonly added to foods. They are made by combining glycerol with fatty acids, which can come from animal or vegetable sources. DATEM (diacetyl tartaric acid esters of mono- and diglycerides) is a derivative of mono- and diglycerides.

Is Mono- And Diglycerides Datem Sodium Stearoyl Lactylate gluten-free?

Gluten is not present.

Is Mono- And Diglycerides Datem Sodium Stearoyl Lactylate a major allergen?

Mono- and diglycerides are not derived from major allergens.

What is Mono- And Diglycerides Datem Sodium Stearoyl Lactylate used for?

These ingredients act as emulsifiers, helping to blend oil and water-based ingredients in foods like sauces and baked goods.

Is Mono- And Diglycerides Datem Sodium Stearoyl Lactylate safe?

Mono- and diglycerides are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food.

Why it's used

These ingredients act as emulsifiers, helping to blend oil and water-based ingredients in foods like sauces and baked goods. They improve texture, stability, and shelf life. DATEM specifically is often used in baking to strengthen dough and improve the texture of bread.

Health notes

Mono- and diglycerides are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. JECFA and EFSA have evaluated these substances and found them to be safe. DATEM is also GRAS. Typical consumption levels are not associated with adverse health effects.

Allergen info

Mono- and diglycerides are not derived from major allergens. DATEM is not a major allergen. Gluten is not present.

Foods that contain Mono- And Diglycerides Datem Sodium Stearoyl Lactylate

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Last updated: October 5, 2026

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