Ingredient · E481

Sodium Stearoyl Lactate

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Role in food

It is used as an emulsifier, dough conditioner, and stabilizer in baked goods and …

What it is

Sodium stearoyl lactylate is a food additive made from the reaction of stearic acid and sodium lactate. Stearic acid is a fatty acid found in animal fats and vegetable oils, while sodium lactate is derived from lactic acid, which can be produced by fermenting sugars.

Why it's used

It is used as an emulsifier, dough conditioner, and stabilizer in baked goods and other processed foods. It helps to improve texture, volume, and shelf life by allowing oil and water to mix better.

Health notes

Sodium stearoyl lactylate is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for use in food. International bodies like JECFA (Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives) have also evaluated it. At typical consumption levels, it is not associated with adverse health effects.

Allergen info

Sodium stearoyl lactylate is not derived from any of the major allergens. It does not contain gluten.

Products containing Sodium Stearoyl Lactate

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Hy-Vee, Inc. Buffalo Style Chicken Cheesy Dip, Buffalo Style Chicken Frozen Appetizers & Hors D'oeuvres 182kcal 12.1Protein 12.1Fat 6.1Carbs Kraft Heinz Foods Company Cheesy Casseroles Dinner Kit, Chicken Pot Pie Pizza Mixes & Other Dry Dinners High in sodium — 37% DV per serving 329kcal 10Protein 14.3Fat 41.4Carbs Ahold USA, Inc. Giant, Buffalo Style Chicken & Cheese Dip Frozen Appetizers & Hors D'oeuvres 121kcal 9.1Protein 7.6Fat 3.0Carbs Something Sweet, Inc. Cake, Cinnamon Butter Coffee Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 463kcal 3.7Protein 22.2Fat 59.3Carbs La Mexicana Inc. Surito, Homestyle Flour Tortillas Mexican Dinner Mixes 327kcal 6.1Protein 12.2Fat 46.9Carbs Allied International Corp. Of Va Forrelli, Grated Parmesan Cheese Alternative Cheese 400kcal 20Protein 30Fat 40Carbs AMI Wholesale Distributors, INC Double Chocolate Muffins Croissants, Sweet Rolls, Muffins & Other Pastries 448kcal 8Protein 24Fat 50Carbs Den's Hot Dogs LLC Sweet Relish Premium Bun Other Deli High in sodium — 31% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 275kcal 10Protein 14.2Fat 23.3Carbs Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. Cinnamon Butter Coffee Cake Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 450kcal 3.3Protein 21.7Fat 58.3Carbs Hy-Vee, Inc. Buffalo Style Chicken Dip Dips & Salsa 182kcal 12.1Protein 12.1Fat 6.1Carbs Swaggerty Sausage Co. Sausage & Buttermilk Biscuits Frozen Breakfast Sandwiches, Biscuits & Meals High in sodium — 24% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 308kcal 9.9Protein 7.7Fat 31.9Carbs Den's Hot Dogs LLC On The Go Sauerkraut Prepared Subs & Sandwiches High in sodium — 31% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 275kcal 10Protein 14.2Fat 23.3Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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