What is E431? Polyoxyethylene Stearate Explained
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E431 is Polyoxyethylene Stearate — a emulsifier (plant or animal) used in bread, margarine and spreads.
What is E431 (Polyoxyethylene Stearate)?
E431 is Polyoxyethylene Stearate, a food additive classified as a emulsifier that keep oil and water mixed and improve texture. A emulsifier (plant or animal) used in bread, margarine and spreads. You'll find it in bread, margarine and spreads, chocolate and many other packaged foods. Like every E-number, E431 has been authorised for use in food following an EFSA safety evaluation — though authorisation doesn't mean concern-free, as the safety section below explains.
Where is E431 found?
E431 (Polyoxyethylene Stearate) is found in bread, margarine and spreads, chocolate, ice cream, salad dressings, mayonnaise.
- bread
- margarine and spreads
- chocolate
- ice cream
- salad dressings
- mayonnaise
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.
EFSA opinion: Polyoxyethylene Stearate — status Safe.
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E431 FAQs
What is E431 in food?
E431 is Polyoxyethylene Stearate — a emulsifier (plant or animal) used in bread, margarine and spreads.
Is E431 safe to eat?
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.
Is E431 vegan?
E431 (Polyoxyethylene Stearate) may or may not be vegan — it depends on the source used by the manufacturer.
Is E431 halal?
E431 (Polyoxyethylene Stearate) is MASHBOOH — its halal status is doubtful and depends on the source used.
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Data: Open Food Facts (ODbL) · EFSA