What is E433? Polyoxyethylene Sorbitan Mono-Oleate Explained

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E433 — Polyoxyethylene Sorbitan Mono-Oleate
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E433 is Polyoxyethylene Sorbitan Mono-Oleate — a emulsifier (plant or animal) used in bread, margarine and spreads.

What is E433 (Polyoxyethylene Sorbitan Mono-Oleate)?

E433 is Polyoxyethylene Sorbitan Mono-Oleate, 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, E433 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 E433 found?

E433 (Polyoxyethylene Sorbitan Mono-Oleate) is found in bread, margarine and spreads, chocolate, ice cream, salad dressings, mayonnaise.

Is E433 safe?

EFSA has reviewed E433 and considers it safe for human consumption at the levels used in food. No credible evidence links Polyoxyethylene Sorbitan Mono-Oleate to harm at normal dietary intakes.

EFSA opinion: Polyoxyethylene Sorbitan Mono-Oleate — status Safe.

Check the calorie content of foods containing E433. If you’re pregnant, see our pregnancy food safety guide.

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E433 FAQs

What is E433 in food?

E433 is Polyoxyethylene Sorbitan Mono-Oleate — a emulsifier (plant or animal) used in bread, margarine and spreads.

Is E433 safe to eat?

EFSA has reviewed E433 and considers it safe for human consumption at the levels used in food. No credible evidence links Polyoxyethylene Sorbitan Mono-Oleate to harm at normal dietary intakes.

Is E433 vegan?

E433 (Polyoxyethylene Sorbitan Mono-Oleate) may or may not be vegan — it depends on the source used by the manufacturer.

Is E433 halal?

E433 (Polyoxyethylene Sorbitan Mono-Oleate) is MASHBOOH — its halal status is doubtful and depends on the source used.

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Data: Open Food Facts (ODbL) · EFSA

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