Sou Lecithin
What is Sou Lecithin?
Soy lecithin is a fatty substance derived from soybeans. It is typically produced by extracting the oil from soybeans and then processing it to isolate the lecithin.
Is Sou Lecithin vegan?
Sou Lecithin is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Sou Lecithin a major allergen?
Soy lecithin is derived from soy, which is one of the 9 FDA major allergens.
What is Sou Lecithin used for?
Soy lecithin is commonly used as an emulsifier in food products.
Is Sou Lecithin safe?
Soy lecithin is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food.
Why it's used
Soy lecithin is commonly used as an emulsifier in food products. It helps to blend ingredients that don't normally mix, like oil and water, creating a smoother texture and preventing separation in foods such as chocolate, baked goods, and margarine.
Health notes
Soy lecithin is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. It is a common food ingredient and is not typically associated with adverse health effects at normal consumption levels. JECFA and EFSA have evaluated soy lecithin and found it to be safe.
Allergen info
Soy lecithin is derived from soy, which is one of the 9 FDA major allergens. However, the processing of soy to create lecithin often removes most of the allergenic proteins, and it is generally considered safe for most people with soy allergies, though caution is advised.
Foods that contain Sou Lecithin
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Godiva Chocolatier, Inc.
Godiva, Assorted Classic Truffles
High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving
500kcal
4.8Protein
30.9Fat
50Carbs
Hy-Vee, Inc.
Premium Brownie Mix, Chocolate Chunk With Walnuts, Chocolate Chunk With Walnuts
441kcal
5.9Protein
14.7Fat
73.5Carbs
Sucre, LLC
Candied Violet Artisan Chocolate Bar
High in saturated fat — 55% DV per serving
460kcal
6Protein
34Fat
54Carbs
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