Ingredient · E481

Sodium Steroyl Lactylate

Auto-generated content. This description was generated automatically and is pending editorial review. Inaccuracies are possible. Found a mistake? Contact us.

Source
Unknown
Not yet classified by editors
Allergen
No
Role in food
It functions as an emulsifier, dough conditioner, and stabilizer. It helps to improve the …

What it is

Sodium stearoyl lactylate is a synthetic food additive made from the reaction of lactic acid with stearic acid, followed by neutralization with sodium hydroxide. It is a white to cream-colored powder.

Why it's used

It functions as an emulsifier, dough conditioner, and stabilizer. It helps to improve the texture and volume of baked goods, and to keep ingredients mixed together. It is commonly found in bread, cakes, cookies, and other baked products.

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 and EFSA 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 FDA's nine major allergens. It does not contain gluten.

Products containing Sodium Steroyl Lactylate

Compare products →
Sort by: Sugar Protein Sodium Calories
The Kroger Co. Bakery Fresh Goodness, Loaf Cake, Cranberry, Walnut, Cranberry, Walnut Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes 356kcal 4.4Protein 15.6Fat 51.1Carbs FAMOUS BRANDS INTERNATIONAL Cookie Dough, Chocolates Chocolate High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 429kcal 2.9Protein 17.1Fat 71.4Carbs Coborn's Incorporated Coborn's, Gluten Free Bakery, Muffins, Banana, Banana Croissants, Sweet Rolls, Muffins & Other Pastries 372kcal 3.9Protein 15.4Fat 50Carbs Aryzta, LLC Big Texas Pastries Roll, Cinnamon Croissants, Sweet Rolls, Muffins & Other Pastries High in saturated fat — 50% DV per serving 398kcal 5.3Protein 17.7Fat 54.9Carbs Coffee Cream, Coffee C. F. Burger Creamery Co. Coffee Cream, Coffee Milk Additives 200kcal 0Protein 20Fat 6.7Carbs Big L Brands, Inc. Beer Cake Mix, Drunkin' Pumpkin Cake, Cookie & Cupcake Mixes 400kcal 2.9Protein 5.7Fat 82.9Carbs Athens Baking Company, LLC White Dinner Rolls, White Breads & Buns 321kcal 7.1Protein 3.6Fat 60.7Carbs FAMOUS BRANDS INTERNATIONAL Milk Chocolate Cookie Dough Bites Chocolate High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 429kcal 2.4Protein 19.1Fat 64.3Carbs FAMOUS BRANDS INTERNATIONAL Milk Chocolate Cookie Dough Bites Chocolate High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 429kcal 4.8Protein 19.1Fat 59.5Carbs FAMOUS BRANDS INTERNATIONAL Cookie Dough Chocolate, Chocolate Chocolate High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 400kcal 2.9Protein 17.1Fat 65.7Carbs 7-Eleven, Inc. Snack Pie With Other Natural Flavors, Pumpkin Spice Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in sodium — 24% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 50% DV per serving 363kcal 2.6Protein 15.9Fat 51.3Carbs Flagship Food Group North America LLC Chicken Quesadilla Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 30% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 239kcal 14.2Protein 10.6Fat 22.1Carbs
Salt (46 products) Sugar (38 products) Wheat Flour (33 products) Riboflavin (33 products) Folic Acid (32 products) Niacin (31 products) Water (30 products) Soybean Oil (28 products) Reduced Iron (26 products) Thiamine Mononitrate (26 products)

Last updated: September 28, 2026

Note: This site presents label data from USDA FoodData Central for general information. It is not medical advice. Check the package label; formulations change.