Sucrose Fatty Acids Esters
What is Sucrose Fatty Acids Esters?
Sucrose fatty acid esters are made from sucrose (table sugar) and fatty acids, which are derived from plant or animal fats and oils. They are produced through a chemical process that combines these two components.
Is Sucrose Fatty Acids Esters a major allergen?
Not a major allergen.
What is Sucrose Fatty Acids Esters used for?
These compounds act as emulsifiers, helping to mix ingredients that normally don't blend well, like oil and water.
Is Sucrose Fatty Acids Esters safe?
Sucrose fatty acid esters are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food.
Why it's used
These compounds act as emulsifiers, helping to mix ingredients that normally don't blend well, like oil and water. They are often used in chewing gum, candies, and baked goods to improve texture and stability.
Health notes
Sucrose fatty acid esters are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. International bodies like JECFA and EFSA have also evaluated them. Evidence from typical consumption does not indicate significant health concerns.
Allergen info
Not a major allergen. Depending on the source of the fatty acids, it could be derived from soy or other allergens, but the final ingredient is not considered allergenic itself.
Foods that contain Sucrose Fatty Acids Esters
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