Soy Mono And Diglyceride

Soy mono- and diglycerides are emulsifiers made from soybean oil. They are produced by reacting soybean oil with glycerol, a process that breaks down the oil into mono- and diglycerides. These compounds help blend ingredients that normally don't mix, like oil and water.

Manufacturers use soy mono- and diglycerides to improve the texture and shelf life of foods. They act as emulsifiers, helping to keep ingredients like oil and water mixed together. You can find them in products such as baked goods, ice cream, and margarine.

Soy mono- and diglycerides are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). They are commonly used in food and are not associated with adverse health effects at typical consumption levels. International bodies like JECFA (Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives) have evaluated them.