What is E434? Polyoxyethylene Sorbitan Monopalmitate Explained
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E434 is Polyoxyethylene Sorbitan Monopalmitate — a emulsifier (plant or animal) used in bread, margarine and spreads.
What is E434 (Polyoxyethylene Sorbitan Monopalmitate)?
E434 is Polyoxyethylene Sorbitan Monopalmitate, 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, E434 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 E434 found?
E434 (Polyoxyethylene Sorbitan Monopalmitate) is found in bread, margarine and spreads, chocolate, ice cream, salad dressings, mayonnaise.
- bread
- margarine and spreads
- chocolate
- ice cream
- salad dressings
- mayonnaise
Is E434 safe?
EFSA has reviewed E434 and considers it safe for human consumption at the levels used in food. No credible evidence links Polyoxyethylene Sorbitan Monopalmitate to harm at normal dietary intakes.
EFSA opinion: Polyoxyethylene Sorbitan Monopalmitate — status Safe.
Check the calorie content of foods containing E434. If you’re pregnant, see our pregnancy food safety guide.
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E434 FAQs
What is E434 in food?
E434 is Polyoxyethylene Sorbitan Monopalmitate — a emulsifier (plant or animal) used in bread, margarine and spreads.
Is E434 safe to eat?
EFSA has reviewed E434 and considers it safe for human consumption at the levels used in food. No credible evidence links Polyoxyethylene Sorbitan Monopalmitate to harm at normal dietary intakes.
Is E434 vegan?
E434 (Polyoxyethylene Sorbitan Monopalmitate) may or may not be vegan — it depends on the source used by the manufacturer.
Is E434 halal?
E434 (Polyoxyethylene Sorbitan Monopalmitate) is MASHBOOH — its halal status is doubtful and depends on the source used.
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Data: Open Food Facts (ODbL) · EFSA