Sorbitan monolaurate

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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Definition
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Sorbitan monolaurate is a sorbitan fatty acid ester.

Field of application/use
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Food additive (E 493)

Emulsifier

Sorbitan monolaurate is authorised in the EU as a food additive for certain foods. These include baked goods, ice cream, desserts, cocoa products and beverage whiteners.

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Incoming links (2)

E 493; Food additives (overview);

Outgoing links (1)

Food additives, emulsifiers (e-numbers 430 - 499);

Authors

Last updated on: 29.10.2020

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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