What is E472b? Lactic Acid Esters of Mono- and Diglycerides Explained
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E472b is Lactic Acid Esters of Mono- and Diglycerides — a emulsifier (plant or animal fat) used in bread, margarine and spreads.
What is E472b (Lactic Acid Esters of Mono- and Diglycerides)?
E472b is Lactic 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, E472b 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 E472b found?
E472b (Lactic Acid Esters of Mono- and Diglycerides) is found in bread, margarine and spreads, chocolate, ice cream, salad dressings, mayonnaise.
- bread
- margarine and spreads
- chocolate
- ice cream
- salad dressings
- mayonnaise
Is E472b safe?
EFSA has reviewed E472b and considers it safe for human consumption at the levels used in food. No credible evidence links Lactic Acid Esters of Mono- and Diglycerides to harm at normal dietary intakes.
EFSA opinion: Lactic Acid Esters of Mono- and Diglycerides — status Safe.
Check the calorie content of foods containing E472b. If you’re pregnant, see our pregnancy food safety guide.
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E472b FAQs
What is E472b in food?
E472b is Lactic Acid Esters of Mono- and Diglycerides — a emulsifier (plant or animal fat) used in bread, margarine and spreads.
Is E472b safe to eat?
EFSA has reviewed E472b and considers it safe for human consumption at the levels used in food. No credible evidence links Lactic Acid Esters of Mono- and Diglycerides to harm at normal dietary intake
Is E472b vegan?
E472b (Lactic Acid Esters of Mono- and Diglycerides) may or may not be vegan — it depends on the source used by the manufacturer.
Is E472b halal?
E472b (Lactic 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