Soya Lecithin And Polyglycerol Polyricinoleate
What is Soya Lecithin And Polyglycerol Polyricinoleate?
Soya lecithin is a mixture of phospholipids derived from soybean oil. Polyglycerol polyricinoleate (PGPR) is made from castor beans and glycerol. Both are used as emulsifiers to help blend ingredients that don't normally mix, like oil and water.
Is Soya Lecithin And Polyglycerol Polyricinoleate vegan?
Soya Lecithin And Polyglycerol Polyricinoleate is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Soya Lecithin And Polyglycerol Polyricinoleate a major allergen?
Soya lecithin is derived from soy, which is one of the 9 major allergens.
What is Soya Lecithin And Polyglycerol Polyricinoleate used for?
These ingredients help prevent separation in foods like chocolate, improving texture and smoothness.
Is Soya Lecithin And Polyglycerol Polyricinoleate safe?
Soya lecithin is Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) by the FDA.
Why it's used
These ingredients help prevent separation in foods like chocolate, improving texture and smoothness. They allow manufacturers to create consistent products that look and taste appealing. They are commonly found in chocolate, baked goods, and some dairy products.
Health notes
Soya lecithin is Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) by the FDA. PGPR is also approved by the FDA as a food additive. Both are widely used in small amounts and are not associated with significant health concerns at typical consumption levels. JECFA and EFSA have evaluated these substances and established acceptable intake levels.
Allergen info
Soya lecithin is derived from soy, which is one of the 9 major allergens. PGPR is not derived from any of the major allergens.
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