What is E470b? Magnesium Salts of Fatty Acids Explained
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E470b is Magnesium Salts of Fatty Acids — a emulsifier (plant or animal fat) used in bread, margarine and spreads.
What is E470b (Magnesium Salts of Fatty Acids)?
E470b is Magnesium Salts of Fatty Acids, a food additive classified as a emulsifier that keep oil and water mixed and improve texture. A emulsifier (plant or animal fat) 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, E470b 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 E470b found?
E470b (Magnesium Salts of Fatty Acids) is found in bread, margarine and spreads, chocolate, ice cream, salad dressings, mayonnaise.
- bread
- margarine and spreads
- chocolate
- ice cream
- salad dressings
- mayonnaise
Is E470b safe?
EFSA has reviewed E470b and considers it safe for human consumption at the levels used in food. No credible evidence links Magnesium Salts of Fatty Acids to harm at normal dietary intakes.
EFSA opinion: Magnesium Salts of Fatty Acids — status Safe.
Check the calorie content of foods containing E470b. If you’re pregnant, see our pregnancy food safety guide.
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E470b FAQs
What is E470b in food?
E470b is Magnesium Salts of Fatty Acids — a emulsifier (plant or animal fat) used in bread, margarine and spreads.
Is E470b safe to eat?
EFSA has reviewed E470b and considers it safe for human consumption at the levels used in food. No credible evidence links Magnesium Salts of Fatty Acids to harm at normal dietary intakes.
Is E470b vegan?
E470b (Magnesium Salts of Fatty Acids) may or may not be vegan — it depends on the source used by the manufacturer.
Is E470b halal?
E470b (Magnesium Salts of Fatty Acids) is MASHBOOH — its halal status is doubtful and depends on the source used.
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Data: Open Food Facts (ODbL) · EFSA