Palm Oil And Soybean Oil With Mono And Diglycerides Added

This ingredient is a blend of palm oil and soybean oil that has been modified with mono- and diglycerides. Palm oil comes from the fruit of oil palms, while soybean oil is extracted from soybeans. The mono- and diglycerides are typically produced by reacting fats and oils with glycerol, a process that can involve either animal or vegetable sources.

Mono- and diglycerides act as emulsifiers, helping to blend oil and water-based ingredients smoothly. This improves texture and stability in many processed foods. They are often found in baked goods, frozen foods, and dairy alternatives.

In the U.S., mono- and diglycerides are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used for their intended purpose. JECFA and EFSA have evaluated mono- and diglycerides and established acceptable daily intakes. Research on the health effects of consuming mono- and diglycerides at typical dietary levels has not raised significant concerns.