Ingredient · E491

Sorbitan Mono-stearate

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Role in food
Manufacturers use sorbitan monostearate as an emulsifier and stabilizer in foods. It helps to …

What it is

Sorbitan monostearate is a non-ionic surfactant made from sorbitol (a sugar alcohol) and stearic acid (a fatty acid). It is produced by combining these two ingredients, often with a catalyst.

Why it's used

Manufacturers use sorbitan monostearate as an emulsifier and stabilizer in foods. It helps to blend oil and water, preventing separation and improving texture in products like cakes, cookies, and pastries.

Health notes

In the United States, sorbitan monostearate is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as an emulsifier. Regulatory bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated it. Evidence does not suggest adverse health effects at typical consumption levels.

Allergen info

Sorbitan monostearate is not derived from any of the nine FDA major allergens. It does not contain gluten.

Products containing Sorbitan Mono-stearate

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Topco Associates, Inc. Food Club, Homestyle Filled Cookies, Strawberry Cookies & Biscuits 385kcal 3.9Protein 13.5Fat 61.5Carbs Food Club, Home Style, Raspberry Filled Cokies Topco Associates, Inc. Food Club, Home Style, Raspberry Filled Cokies Cookies & Biscuits 385kcal 3.9Protein 13.5Fat 61.5Carbs Topco Associates, Inc. Shurfresh, Fat Free Small Curd Cottage Cheese Cheese High in sodium — 20% DV per serving 64kcal 10Protein 0Fat 4.5Carbs Topco Associates, Inc. Soft Cookies Cookies & Biscuits 385kcal 3.9Protein 13.5Fat 65.4Carbs Weis Markets, Inc. Weis, Country Style Soft Cookies, Raspberry Filled, Raspberry Filled Cookies & Biscuits 385kcal 3.9Protein 13.5Fat 61.5Carbs Labree's Bakery Inc Gold Mini Cupcakes Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 392kcal 2.7Protein 18.9Fat 55.4Carbs Labree's Bakery Inc Mini Cupcakes, Chocolate Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 392kcal 2.7Protein 18.9Fat 56.8Carbs Labree's Bakery Inc Home Style Mini Gold Iced Cupcakes Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 405kcal 2.7Protein 20.3Fat 55.4Carbs Labree's Bakery Inc Triple Layer Carrot Cake, Cream Cheese Icing Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving 402kcal 3.3Protein 21.7Fat 50Carbs Labree's Bakery Inc Gold Mini Cupcakes Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 392kcal 2.7Protein 18.9Fat 55.4Carbs Labree's Bakery Inc Chocolate Mini Cupcakes Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 392kcal 2.7Protein 18.9Fat 56.8Carbs Labree's Bakery Inc Home Style Cupcakes, Sweetly Salted Gold Caramel Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 394kcal 2.8Protein 19.7Fat 54.9Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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