Ingredient

Sodium Monostearate

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Role in food
Sodium monostearate is used as an emulsifier and stabilizer in baked goods, helping to …

What it is

Sodium monostearate is a sodium salt of stearic acid, a fatty acid found in many animal and vegetable fats. It is typically produced by reacting stearic acid with sodium hydroxide. It appears as a white to off-white powder.

Why it's used

Sodium monostearate is used as an emulsifier and stabilizer in baked goods, helping to keep ingredients like oil and water mixed. It can also act as a dough conditioner, improving texture and volume in products like croissants, muffins, and cakes.

Health notes

Sodium monostearate is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for use in food. It is a common fatty acid derivative and is not associated with adverse health effects at typical dietary intake levels. International bodies like JECFA have evaluated it.

Allergen info

Sodium monostearate is not derived from any of the nine major allergens and does not contain gluten. It is considered safe for individuals with these allergies.

Products containing Sodium Monostearate

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The Kroger Co. Jalapeno Cornbread Muffins, Jalapeno Cornbread Croissants, Sweet Rolls, Muffins & Other Pastries High in sodium — 22% DV per serving High in added sugars — 48% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 20% DV per serving 387kcal 5.7Protein 17.0Fat 54.7Carbs Cafe Valley Inc Gourmet Orange Cranberry Muffins, Orange Cranberry Croissants, Sweet Rolls, Muffins & Other Pastries High in cholesterol — 23% DV per serving 394kcal 5.0Protein 21.2Fat 47.5Carbs Maple Donuts Inc 3Pk Jumbo Lemon Fritters Croissants, Sweet Rolls, Muffins & Other Pastries High in saturated fat — 45% DV per serving 363kcal 4.4Protein 17.7Fat 46.0Carbs McKee Foods Corporation Frosted Creme Filled Devils Food Cakes Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 50% DV per serving 452kcal 3.2Protein 24.2Fat 56.5Carbs The Moran Group Incorporated Gourmet Blueberry Muffins Croissants, Sweet Rolls, Muffins & Other Pastries High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 27% DV per serving 404kcal 5.0Protein 21.2Fat 47.5Carbs Gourmet Chocolate Chip Muffins, Chocolate Chip Cafe Valley Inc Gourmet Chocolate Chip Muffins, Chocolate Chip Croissants, Sweet Rolls, Muffins & Other Pastries High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 404kcal 4.0Protein 22.2Fat 47.5Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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