Ingredient

Sorbitan Monostearate Caseinate

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Allergen
No
Role in food
Sorbitan monostearate acts as an emulsifier, helping to mix oil and water-based ingredients in …

What is Sorbitan Monostearate Caseinate?

Sorbitan monostearate is a non-ionic surfactant and emulsifier made from sorbitol (a sugar alcohol) and stearic acid (a fatty acid). Stearic acid is often derived from vegetable oils, but can also come from animal fats. It is produced by reacting sorbitol with stearic acid.

Is Sorbitan Monostearate Caseinate gluten-free?

It does not contain gluten.

Is Sorbitan Monostearate Caseinate a major allergen?

Sorbitan monostearate itself is not a major allergen.

What is Sorbitan Monostearate Caseinate used for?

Sorbitan monostearate acts as an emulsifier, helping to mix oil and water-based ingredients in foods.

Is Sorbitan Monostearate Caseinate safe?

Sorbitan monostearate is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food.

Why it's used

Sorbitan monostearate acts as an emulsifier, helping to mix oil and water-based ingredients in foods. It is often used in baked goods, confectionery, and ice cream to improve texture and stability. It can also be found in some processed meats and dairy products.

Health notes

Sorbitan monostearate is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. It is poorly absorbed by the body and is largely excreted unchanged. JECFA (Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives) has evaluated sorbitan monostearate and established an acceptable daily intake. It is not known to cause adverse health effects at typical consumption levels.

Allergen info

Sorbitan monostearate itself is not a major allergen. However, if derived from milk fat or soy fatty acids, it could be considered to have a milk or soy origin, respectively. It does not contain gluten.

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Last updated: October 5, 2026

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