What is E444? Sucrose Acetate Isobutyrate Explained
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E444 is Sucrose Acetate Isobutyrate — a emulsifier (synthetic) used in bread, margarine and spreads.
What is E444 (Sucrose Acetate Isobutyrate)?
E444 is Sucrose Acetate Isobutyrate, a food additive classified as a emulsifier that keep oil and water mixed and improve texture. A emulsifier (synthetic) 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, E444 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 E444 found?
E444 (Sucrose Acetate Isobutyrate) is found in bread, margarine and spreads, chocolate, ice cream, salad dressings, mayonnaise.
- bread
- margarine and spreads
- chocolate
- ice cream
- salad dressings
- mayonnaise
Is E444 safe?
EFSA has reviewed E444 and considers it safe for human consumption at the levels used in food. No credible evidence links Sucrose Acetate Isobutyrate to harm at normal dietary intakes.
EFSA opinion: Sucrose Acetate Isobutyrate — status Safe.
Check the calorie content of foods containing E444. If you’re pregnant, see our pregnancy food safety guide.
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E444 FAQs
What is E444 in food?
E444 is Sucrose Acetate Isobutyrate — a emulsifier (synthetic) used in bread, margarine and spreads.
Is E444 safe to eat?
EFSA has reviewed E444 and considers it safe for human consumption at the levels used in food. No credible evidence links Sucrose Acetate Isobutyrate to harm at normal dietary intakes.
Is E444 vegan?
E444 (Sucrose Acetate Isobutyrate) is vegan. It is derived from synthetic, with no animal involvement in standard food production.
Is E444 halal?
E444 (Sucrose Acetate Isobutyrate) is halal. It is derived from synthetic, which involves no haram sources.
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Data: Open Food Facts (ODbL) · EFSA