Learn Glossary emulsifier

Mono- And Diglycerides, Ethoxylated

Level 3ContestedIn Winter's Dictionary

Mono- And Diglycerides, Ethoxylated is a emulsifier — Synthetically produced from mono- and diglycerides for uniform texture in baked goods

What it does

Synthetically produced from mono- and diglycerides for uniform texture in baked goods

Where you'll see it

yeast-leavened bakery products, cakes, cake mixes, vegetable oil toppings, frozen desserts, milk substitutes

What the research says

Concentration limits 20-50% by weight depending on application. Synthetically produced from edible mono- and diglycerides.

Regulatory status

  • US FDA: ASP
  • Notes: NS rating; may be synthesized from animal sources

Sources

  • A Consumer's Dictionary of Food Additives (Winter): synthetically produced from mono- and diglycerides obtained from edible sources