Ingredient

Sunflower Lecithin-an Emulsifier

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Manufacturers use sunflower lecithin as an emulsifier, helping to blend oil and water-based ingredients …

What it is

Sunflower lecithin is a type of phospholipid, a fat-like substance found in all living cells. It is extracted from sunflower seeds and processed to create a powder or liquid form.

Why it's used

Manufacturers use sunflower lecithin as an emulsifier, helping to blend oil and water-based ingredients smoothly. This improves texture and shelf life in products like baked goods, chocolate, and dressings.

Health notes

Sunflower lecithin is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. It is a source of choline, an essential nutrient. International bodies like JECFA have evaluated lecithin, and it is widely used globally with no major health concerns reported at typical consumption levels.

Allergen info

Sunflower lecithin is not derived from any of the nine FDA major allergens. It does not contain gluten.

Products containing Sunflower Lecithin-an Emulsifier

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Sulpice Chocolat Dark Chocolate, Ginger & Lemon Chocolate High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 503kcal 3.3Protein 36.7Fat 53.3Carbs Coffee Cake Vegan Pound Cake, Coffee Cake J.S. Krum Inc. Coffee Cake Vegan Pound Cake, Coffee Cake Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in added sugars — 30% DV per serving 400kcal 5.5Protein 18.2Fat 58.2Carbs Sulpice Chocolat Dark Cocolate Chocolate High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving 487kcal 6.7Protein 40Fat 50Carbs Coffee Cake Vegan Cake, Coffee Cake J.S. Krum Inc. Coffee Cake Vegan Cake, Coffee Cake Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in added sugars — 26% DV per serving 364kcal 3.6Protein 16.4Fat 54.5Carbs Carrot Frosted Layer Cake, Carrot Frosted J.S. Krum Inc. Carrot Frosted Layer Cake, Carrot Frosted Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 45% DV per serving High in added sugars — 52% DV per serving 400kcal 2.5Protein 20Fat 52.5Carbs Chocolate Frosted Layer Vegan Cake, Chocolate J.S. Krum Inc. Chocolate Frosted Layer Vegan Cake, Chocolate Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving High in added sugars — 64% DV per serving 388kcal 2.5Protein 15Fat 60Carbs Coffee Cake J.S. Krum Inc. Coffee Cake Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in added sugars — 36% DV per serving 436kcal 1.8Protein 20Fat 65.5Carbs Double Chocolate J.S. Krum Inc. Double Chocolate Croissants, Sweet Rolls, Muffins & Other Pastries High in added sugars — 32% DV per serving 436kcal 3.6Protein 20Fat 63.6Carbs MomoMilk, LLC dba Milk Bar Cocoa Mint Truffle Crumb Cakes, Cocoa Mint Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving High in added sugars — 28% DV per serving 455kcal 3.0Protein 18.2Fat 66.7Carbs Ahold USA, Inc. Traditional Italian-Style Deluxe Assorted Cookies, Traditional Italian-Style Deluxe Assorted Cookies & Biscuits 464kcal 3.6Protein 21.4Fat 57.1Carbs Vanilla Frosted Layer Cake Vanilla Frosted Layer Cake Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving High in added sugars — 62% DV per serving 400kcal 2.5Protein 17.5Fat 57.5Carbs J.S. Krum Inc. Lemon Frosted Layer Cake, Lemon Frosted Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving High in added sugars — 62% DV per serving 400kcal 2.5Protein 15Fat 57.5Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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