Mono & Diglycerides With BHT & Citric Acid As Preservatives

Mono- and diglycerides are fats that are made from glycerol and fatty acids. They can come from animal or vegetable sources. They are often produced by heating fats and oils with glycerol.

Manufacturers add mono- and diglycerides to foods as emulsifiers. This helps to mix ingredients that normally don't mix well, like oil and water. They are commonly found in baked goods such as cakes, cookies, and pastries.

Mono- and diglycerides are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA. They are not known to cause adverse health effects when consumed in typical amounts. JECFA and EFSA have evaluated mono- and diglycerides. The addition of BHT and citric acid as preservatives is also regulated by the FDA.