Ingredient

Mono And Digylcerides

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Role in food

Manufacturers use mono- and diglycerides as emulsifiers and stabilizers. They help improve texture, prevent …

What it is

Mono- and diglycerides are a mixture of mono- and diglycerides, which are fatty acids. They are produced commercially by reacting edible fats and oils or fatty acids with glycerol. This process creates emulsifiers that help blend ingredients that don't normally mix, like oil and water.

Why it's used

Manufacturers use mono- and diglycerides as emulsifiers and stabilizers. They help improve texture, prevent ingredients from separating, and increase shelf life. You can find them in baked goods like cakes and breads, ice cream, margarine, and processed snacks.

Health notes

Mono- and diglycerides are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. They are common components of the diet, and at typical consumption levels, they are not associated with adverse health effects. International bodies like JECFA have evaluated them, and they are widely used globally.

Allergen info

Mono- and diglycerides are not derived from major allergens. They are not a source of gluten.

Products containing Mono And Digylcerides

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Pepsico Inc. Quaker Buttered Popcorn Rice Crisps 3.03 Ounce Plastic Bag Snacks 454kcal 7.7Protein 17.5Fat 68.4Carbs Pepsico Inc. Quaker Rice Crisps, Buttered Popcorn, 6.06 oz bag Snacks 454kcal 7.7Protein 17.5Fat 68.4Carbs McKee Foods Corporation Mckee, Kite Brownies Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 465kcal 2.3Protein 20.9Fat 65.1Carbs Selma's Cookies Shaped Sugar Coolkies Cookies & Biscuits High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 419kcal 7.0Protein 18.6Fat 58.1Carbs Ingles Markets Inc. Yellow Cake Mix Cake, Cookie & Cupcake Mixes 351kcal 2.7Protein 1.4Fat 83.8Carbs

Ahold USA, Inc. Cookies & Cream Flavored Vanilla Ice Cream With Chocolate Flavored Cookie Pieces, Cookies & Cream Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving High in added sugars — 30% DV per serving 239kcal 2.3Protein 11.4Fat 29.6Carbs

Nestle USA Inc. Italian Sweet Creme Flavor Coffee Creamer, Italian Sweet Creme Milk Additives 233kcal 0Protein 10Fat 33.3Carbs Dohm-Icebox, LLC Peanut Butter & Jelly Whipped Cream & Peanut Butter Chips With Dark Chocolate Fudge Crumb Crust Mud Pie Dessert For Two Frozen Flings, Peanut Butter & Jelly Other Frozen Desserts High in saturated fat — 70% DV per serving 392kcal 5.1Protein 27.9Fat 34.2Carbs

Stuffed Chocolate Muffins, Stuffed Chocolate Croissants, Sweet Rolls, Muffins & Other Pastries High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving High in added sugars — 64% DV per serving 447kcal 5.3Protein 25.5Fat 48.9Carbs Target Stores Mix Trio Caramel, White Cheddar & Butter Popcorn Popcorn, Peanuts, Seeds & Related Snacks 467kcal 6.7Protein 26.7Fat 53.3Carbs

Rich Products Corporation Confetti Fudge Ice Cream Cake Other Frozen Desserts High in saturated fat — 55% DV per serving 252kcal 3.5Protein 13.0Fat 30.4Carbs

Friendly Ice Cream Corp. Fudge Sundae, Fudge Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt High in saturated fat — 50% DV per serving High in added sugars — 44% DV per serving 246kcal 3.4Protein 11.9Fat 32.2Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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