Ingredient · E422

Natural Glycerin

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Unknown
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Allergen
No
Role in food
Glycerin is used as a humectant (to help retain moisture), solvent, and sweetener. It …

What is Natural Glycerin?

Glycerin, also known as glycerol, is a simple alcohol. It is a colorless, odorless, viscous liquid that is sweet-tasting and non-toxic. It is found naturally in all animal and vegetable fats and oils.

Is Natural Glycerin gluten-free?

It does not contain gluten.

Is Natural Glycerin a major allergen?

Not a major allergen.

What is Natural Glycerin used for?

Glycerin is used as a humectant (to help retain moisture), solvent, and sweetener.

Is Natural Glycerin safe?

Glycerin is Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food.

Why it's used

Glycerin is used as a humectant (to help retain moisture), solvent, and sweetener. It is often found in baked goods, confectionery, and beverages to improve texture and prevent staleness. It can also be used as a food additive to help ingredients blend together.

Health notes

Glycerin is Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. It is metabolized by the body differently than sugar. JECFA has evaluated glycerin and established an acceptable daily intake. EFSA has also evaluated it. At typical consumption levels, it is not associated with adverse health effects.

Allergen info

Not a major allergen. Glycerin is not derived from any of the FDA's major allergens. It does not contain gluten.

Foods that contain Natural Glycerin

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Dark Chocolate Mint Cream Moodibars, Dark Chocolate Mint Cream Astor Chocolate Corp. Dark Chocolate Mint Cream Moodibars, Dark Chocolate Mint Cream Chocolate High in saturated fat — 45% DV per serving High in added sugars — 36% DV per serving 500kcal 4Protein 30Fat 52Carbs Harvest Snaps Red Lentil Snack Crisps Tomato Basil 10Oz, Tomato Basil Calbee North America, LLC Harvest Snaps Red Lentil Snack Crisps Tomato Basil 10Oz, Tomato Basil Chips, Pretzels & Snacks 464kcal 17.9Protein 17.9Fat 57.1Carbs Kick'N BBQ Red Lentil Snack Crisps, Kick'N BBQ Calbee North America, LLC Kick'N BBQ Red Lentil Snack Crisps, Kick'N BBQ Chips, Pretzels & Snacks 464kcal 14.3Protein 21.4Fat 60.7Carbs COST PLUS Cost Plus, Milk Chocolate With Chai Spice Filling Chocolate High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving 460kcal 4Protein 26Fat 52Carbs Hammond's Candies Since 1920, LLC Smooth Milk Chocolate With A Creamy, Cinnamon Rice Milk Center Chocolate High in saturated fat — 60% DV per serving 516kcal 6.2Protein 29.7Fat 54.7Carbs Delhaize America, Inc. Chocolate Bar, Pumpkin Spice Chocolate High in saturated fat — 50% DV per serving 509kcal 5.3Protein 28.1Fat 56.1Carbs Hammond's Candies Since 1920, LLC Hammond's, Dark Chocolate Bar, Pumpkin Spice, Pumpkin Spice Chocolate High in saturated fat — 60% DV per serving 500kcal 6.2Protein 29.7Fat 50Carbs Hammond's Candies Since 1920, LLC Milk Chocolate With Cinnamon & Vanilla Glaze Filling, Cinnamon Churro Candy High in saturated fat — 60% DV per serving 516kcal 6.2Protein 29.7Fat 54.7Carbs 7-Eleven, Inc. Stout Dark Chocolate Chocolate High in saturated fat — 55% DV per serving High in added sugars — 48% DV per serving 509kcal 5.3Protein 29.8Fat 50.9Carbs Freak Flag Foods Chimi-Verde Sauce, Chimi-Verde Oriental, Mexican & Ethnic Sauces 48kcal 3.2Protein 0Fat 9.7Carbs Delhaize America, Inc. Cookies & Cream Chocolaty Drizzled Popcorn Crunchy Caramel Corn With White Chocolaty Drizzle And Cookie Pieces., Cookies & Cream Popcorn, Peanuts, Seeds & Related Snacks High in added sugars — 32% DV per serving 464kcal 3.6Protein 17.9Fat 75Carbs Hammond's Candies Since 1920, LLC Mint Chocolate Chip Dark Chocolate With Mint Creme Center Candy, Mint Chocolate Chip Chocolate 500kcal 3.1Protein 28.1Fat 53.1Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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