Foods Containing E431 (Polyoxyethylene Stearate)
E431 (Polyoxyethylene Stearate) is a emulsifier (plant or animal) used in bread, margarine and spreads. Here are the foods where you'll find it on the label.
Common foods that contain E431
- bread
- margarine and spreads
- chocolate
- ice cream
- salad dressings
- mayonnaise
In the UK and EU, E431 must be declared either as "E431" or as "Polyoxyethylene Stearate" in the ingredients list.
Is E431 safe?
EFSA has reviewed E431 and considers it safe for human consumption at the levels used in food. No credible evidence links Polyoxyethylene Stearate to harm at normal dietary intakes.
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Data: Open Food Facts (ODbL) · EFSA