Sodium Stearyol-2-lactylate
What is Sodium Stearyol-2-lactylate?
Sodium stearoyl-2-lactylate is a synthetic food additive made from the reaction of stearic acid (a fatty acid) and lactic acid, then neutralized with sodium hydroxide. It is commonly used as a dough conditioner and emulsifier in baked goods.
Is Sodium Stearyol-2-lactylate gluten-free?
It does not contain gluten.
Is Sodium Stearyol-2-lactylate a major allergen?
Sodium stearoyl-2-lactylate is not derived from any of the nine major allergens.
What is Sodium Stearyol-2-lactylate used for?
Manufacturers add sodium stearoyl-2-lactylate to improve dough handling, increase loaf volume, and create a softer crumb in baked goods.
Is Sodium Stearyol-2-lactylate safe?
Sodium stearoyl-2-lactylate is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food.
Why it's used
Manufacturers add sodium stearoyl-2-lactylate to improve dough handling, increase loaf volume, and create a softer crumb in baked goods. It acts as an emulsifier, helping to blend oil and water, and also conditions dough, making it more pliable. It is frequently found in cakes, cupcakes, snack cakes, bread, and rolls.
Health notes
Sodium stearoyl-2-lactylate is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. Regulatory bodies like the Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA) and the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) have evaluated it. Evidence does not suggest adverse health effects at typical consumption levels.
Allergen info
Sodium stearoyl-2-lactylate is not derived from any of the nine major allergens. It does not contain gluten.
Foods that contain Sodium Stearyol-2-lactylate
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