Ingredient

Mono & Diglycerides & Sodium Acid Pyrophosphates

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Allergen
No
Role in food
Mono- and diglycerides act as emulsifiers, helping to blend oil and water in foods …

What is Mono & Diglycerides & Sodium Acid Pyrophosphates?

Mono- and diglycerides are fats that are made by combining fatty acids with glycerol. They are often produced from vegetable oils or animal fats. Sodium acid pyrophosphate is a mineral salt that is synthesized.

Is Mono & Diglycerides & Sodium Acid Pyrophosphates gluten-free?

Gluten is not present.

Is Mono & Diglycerides & Sodium Acid Pyrophosphates a major allergen?

Mono- and diglycerides can be derived from soy or other major allergens, but are not considered major allergens themselves.

What is Mono & Diglycerides & Sodium Acid Pyrophosphates used for?

Mono- and diglycerides act as emulsifiers, helping to blend oil and water in foods like baked goods and ice cream.

Is Mono & Diglycerides & Sodium Acid Pyrophosphates safe?

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

Why it's used

Mono- and diglycerides act as emulsifiers, helping to blend oil and water in foods like baked goods and ice cream. Sodium acid pyrophosphate is used as a leavening agent in baking, helping products rise, and also as a buffering agent and sequestrant in processed foods.

Health notes

Mono- and diglycerides are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA. Sodium acid pyrophosphate is also GRAS. Both are common food ingredients and are not associated with significant health concerns at typical consumption levels. JECFA and EFSA have evaluated these substances.

Allergen info

Mono- and diglycerides can be derived from soy or other major allergens, but are not considered major allergens themselves. Sodium acid pyrophosphate is not an allergen. Gluten is not present.

Foods that contain Mono & Diglycerides & Sodium Acid Pyrophosphates

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Last updated: October 5, 2026

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