Ingredient

Sodium Stearoyl Lactylate Datem

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Role in food
SSL is used as an emulsifier and dough conditioner. It helps ingredients mix better …

What it is

Sodium Stearoyl Lactylate (SSL) is a food additive made from the reaction of stearic acid and sodium lactate. Stearic acid is often derived from animal fats, but can also be plant-based. Sodium lactate is produced by fermenting carbohydrates.

Why it's used

SSL is used as an emulsifier and dough conditioner. It helps ingredients mix better and improves the texture and volume of baked goods. It is commonly found in breads, cakes, and other baked products.

Health notes

Sodium Stearoyl Lactylate is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. Regulatory bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated it. Studies on typical consumption levels have not shown adverse health effects. There are no widespread controversies regarding its use.

Allergen info

Sodium Stearoyl Lactylate is not derived from any of the 9 FDA major allergens. It does not contain gluten.

Products containing Sodium Stearoyl Lactylate Datem

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The Kroger Co. Swirl Bread, Cinnamon Breads & Buns 286kcal 7.1Protein 5.4Fat 53.6Carbs Weis Markets, Inc. Potato Hot Dog Rolls Breads & Buns 281kcal 8.8Protein 3.5Fat 52.6Carbs Weis Markets, Inc. Hot Dog Enriched Rolls Breads & Buns 267kcal 6.7Protein 3.3Fat 53.3Carbs Supervalu, Inc. Sandwich Wheat Bread, Sandwich Wheat Breads & Buns 250kcal 7.1Protein 3.6Fat 46.4Carbs Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. Glazed Rings Donut Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes 372kcal 4.7Protein 16.3Fat 51.2Carbs Weis Markets, Inc. Hot Dog Enriched Rolls Breads & Buns 279kcal 7.0Protein 3.5Fat 53.5Carbs Weis Markets, Inc. Lite Wheat Bread Breads & Buns 171kcal 9.8Protein 1.2Fat 39.0Carbs Bimbo Bakeries USA, Inc. Cinnamon Swirl Raisin Bread Breads & Buns 281kcal 6.2Protein 4.7Fat 56.2Carbs Bimbo Bakeries USA, Inc. Cinnamon Swirl Breakfast Bread, Cinnamon Breads & Buns 286kcal 7.1Protein 5.4Fat 53.6Carbs Bake Crafters Food Company Croissants, Multigrain, Mini, Straight, Freezer-to-Oven Dough Based Products / Meals High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 333kcal 6.7Protein 17.8Fat 40Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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