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Vegetable Mono And Diglycerides And Soy Lecithin

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Role in food

These ingredients act as emulsifiers, helping to blend oil and water-based ingredients smoothly. They …

What it is

Mono- and diglycerides are fats made from glycerol and fatty acids, often derived from vegetable oils. Soy lecithin is a fat-like substance extracted from soybeans. Both are commonly used together in food processing.

Why it's used

These ingredients act as emulsifiers, helping to blend oil and water-based ingredients smoothly. They improve texture, prevent separation, and extend shelf life in products like baked goods, popcorn, and spreads.

Health notes

Mono- and diglycerides and soy lecithin are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. They are common food components and are not typically associated with adverse health effects when consumed in normal amounts. Both have been evaluated by international bodies like JECFA and EFSA, which have reviewed their safety.

Allergen info

Soy lecithin is derived from soy, which is one of the 9 FDA major allergens. Mono- and diglycerides are typically derived from vegetable oils, but can sometimes be derived from animal fats; their allergen status depends on the source. Gluten is not typically present.

Products containing Vegetable Mono And Diglycerides And Soy Lecithin

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Gregory's Foods, Inc. Monster Cookies Ready To Bake Bag Full Of Cookies, Monster Cookies Frozen Bread & Dough High in added sugars — 20% DV per serving 469kcal 6.2Protein 25Fat 53.1Carbs Kansas Department of Agriculture Gourmet Popcorn, Minty Chocolate Popcorn, Peanuts, Seeds & Related Snacks 433kcal 3.3Protein 20Fat 66.7Carbs Kansas Department of Agriculture Gourmet Popcorn, Caramel Crunch Popcorn, Peanuts, Seeds & Related Snacks 433kcal 3.3Protein 20Fat 63.3Carbs Adam Matthews, Inc. Yellow Caramel Cake, Yellow Caramel Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving 382kcal 4.0Protein 18.4Fat 51.3Carbs Duke Sandwich Productions, Inc. Miss Kay's Homemade Cream Cheese Pound Cake, Vanilla Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 23% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 20% DV per serving 394kcal 4.2Protein 19.7Fat 47.9Carbs Duke Sandwich Productions, Inc. Miss Kay's Homemade Cream Cheese Pound Cake, Lemon Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 23% DV per serving 380kcal 4.2Protein 18.3Fat 47.9Carbs Duke Sandwich Productions, Inc. Miss Kay's Homemade Cream Cheese Pound Cake, Orange Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 23% DV per serving 394kcal 4.2Protein 18.3Fat 49.3Carbs Duke Sandwich Productions, Inc. Mis Kay's Cream Cheese Pound Cake, Vanilla Other Frozen Desserts High in saturated fat — 23% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 20% DV per serving 394kcal 4.2Protein 19.7Fat 47.9Carbs Kansas Department of Agriculture Cashmere, Gourmet Popcorn Popcorn, Peanuts, Seeds & Related Snacks 467kcal 6.7Protein 23.3Fat 63.3Carbs Tech Valley Publishing 53% Vegetable Oil Spread Butter & Spread 500kcal 0Protein 57.1Fat 0Carbs Kansas Department of Agriculture Cashmere, Gourmet Popcorn, Savory Cinnamon Popcorn, Peanuts, Seeds & Related Snacks 433kcal 3.3Protein 20Fat 63.3Carbs Nabisco Food Company 53% Vegetable Oil Spread Butter & Spread 500kcal 0Protein 57.1Fat 0Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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