What is E472a? Acetic Acid Esters of Mono- and Diglycerides Explained

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E472a — Acetic Acid Esters of Mono- and Diglycerides
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E472a is Acetic Acid Esters of Mono- and Diglycerides — a emulsifier (plant or animal fat) used in bread, margarine and spreads.

What is E472a (Acetic Acid Esters of Mono- and Diglycerides)?

E472a is Acetic Acid Esters of Mono- and Diglycerides, 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, E472a 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 E472a found?

E472a (Acetic Acid Esters of Mono- and Diglycerides) is found in bread, margarine and spreads, chocolate, ice cream, salad dressings, mayonnaise.

Is E472a safe?

EFSA has reviewed E472a and considers it safe for human consumption at the levels used in food. No credible evidence links Acetic Acid Esters of Mono- and Diglycerides to harm at normal dietary intakes.

EFSA opinion: Acetic Acid Esters of Mono- and Diglycerides — status Safe.

Check the calorie content of foods containing E472a. If you’re pregnant, see our pregnancy food safety guide.

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E472a FAQs

What is E472a in food?

E472a is Acetic Acid Esters of Mono- and Diglycerides — a emulsifier (plant or animal fat) used in bread, margarine and spreads.

Is E472a safe to eat?

EFSA has reviewed E472a and considers it safe for human consumption at the levels used in food. No credible evidence links Acetic Acid Esters of Mono- and Diglycerides to harm at normal dietary intake

Is E472a vegan?

E472a (Acetic Acid Esters of Mono- and Diglycerides) may or may not be vegan — it depends on the source used by the manufacturer.

Is E472a halal?

E472a (Acetic Acid Esters of Mono- and Diglycerides) 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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