Ingredient · E482

Sodium Calcium Stearoyl Lactylate

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Source
Animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
This ingredient helps to blend oil and water, improving the texture and volume of …

What it is

Sodium calcium stearoyl lactylate is a food additive made from the reaction of stearic acid, lactic acid, and calcium hydroxide. It is a white to off-white powder and is commonly used as an emulsifier in baked goods.

Why it's used

This ingredient helps to blend oil and water, improving the texture and volume of baked goods like bread and muffins. It also acts as a dough conditioner, making dough easier to work with and resulting in a softer crumb.

Health notes

Sodium calcium stearoyl lactylate is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). International bodies like the Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA) and the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) have also evaluated it. Studies on its effects at typical consumption levels have not raised significant health concerns.

Allergen info

Sodium calcium stearoyl lactylate is not derived from any of the nine major allergens recognized by the FDA. It does not contain gluten.

Products containing Sodium Calcium Stearoyl Lactylate

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GENERAL MILLS SALES INC. Progresso Italian Style Bread Crumbs Baking/Cooking Mixes/Supplies 357kcal 14.3Protein 3.6Fat 64.3Carbs The Kroger Co. Kroger, Bread Crumbs, Traditional, Traditional Bread & Muffin Mixes 393kcal 14.3Protein 5.4Fat 67.9Carbs Goya Foods, Inc. Goya, Pan Molido Bread Crumbs Bread & Muffin Mixes 400kcal 13.3Protein 5Fat 83.3Carbs Vigo Importing Company Vigo, Golden Toasted Bread Crumbs, Italian Style, Italian Style Bread & Muffin Mixes High in sodium — 21% DV per serving 367kcal 13.3Protein 5Fat 70Carbs Goya, Latin Style Bread Crumbs Goya Foods, Inc. Goya, Latin Style Bread Crumbs Bread & Muffin Mixes High in sodium — 21% DV per serving 367kcal 13.3Protein 3.3Fat 70Carbs Hannaford Bros. Co. Hannaford, Bread Crumbs, Original, Original Bread & Muffin Mixes 393kcal 14.3Protein 5.4Fat 67.9Carbs Canning It, LLC Gourmet Bread Crumbs, Toasted Coconut Bread & Muffin Mixes 387kcal 12.9Protein 4.8Fat 71.0Carbs Canning It, LLC Gourmet Bread Crumbs, Jamaican Jerk Bread & Muffin Mixes 419kcal 12.9Protein 3.2Fat 67.7Carbs Canning It, LLC Gourmet Bread Crumbs Coconut Bread & Muffin Mixes 387kcal 12.9Protein 4.8Fat 71.0Carbs Goya Foods, Inc. Ham Croquettes Frozen Appetizers & Hors D'oeuvres High in sodium — 41% DV per serving 225kcal 9.8Protein 10.8Fat 18.6Carbs Goya Foods, Inc. Croquettes, Cod Frozen Fish & Seafood High in sodium — 35% DV per serving 196kcal 4.9Protein 8.8Fat 23.5Carbs Demers Food Group Inc. Lobster Stuffed Mushrooms Frozen Appetizers & Hors D'oeuvres 122kcal 5.4Protein 6.8Fat 8.1Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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