E 472e

E 472e, also known as Mono- and Diglycerides of Fatty Acids, is a food ingredient commonly used in a variety of processed foods. It is a synthetic compound created from plant-based sources such as soybean oil or palm oil.

To make E 472e, plant-based oils are reacted with glycerol, a natural compound found in fats. This reaction creates a mixture of mono- and diglycerides, which act as emulsifiers in food products. Emulsifiers help blend ingredients that don't usually mix well together, like oil and water, to create a smooth texture.

E 472e appears on food labels because it helps maintain the texture, shape, and quality of numerous products. You can find it in items like bread, cakes, margarine, and ice cream. In bread, for example, it helps create a soft texture and improve the dough's elasticity. In ice cream, it prevents the formation of ice crystals, ensuring a creamy consistency.

Foods in the CalorieStar database containing E 472e

Hovis Seed Sensations Seven Seeds Medium Sliced Seeded Bread
Warburtons Thick Sliced Seeded Bread
Go Ahead Apple Bakes
M&S Beef & Onion with Peppercorn Mayo Roll
M&S BLT Sandwich
M&S Cheese & Onion Sandwich
Asda Chicken Salad Sandwich
Kellogg's Coco Pops Choco Bakes
M&S Coronation Chicken Sandwich
Jacob's Cracker Crisps Salt & Vinegar

Jacob's Cracker Crisps Sour Cream & Chive
M&S Farmhouse Cheddar Cheese Ploughman's No Mayonnaise
Rustlers Flame Grilled Cheese Burger
M&S Free Range Egg & Maple Bacon Sandwich
M&S Free Range Egg & Watercress Sandwich
M&S Free Range Egg, Tomato & Salad Cream Sandwich
Go Ahead Fruit Bakes Apple Bars
Warburtons Fruity Teacakes
McVitie's Hobnobs Milk Chocolate & Coconut Oaty Snack Bars
McVitie's Hobnobs Milk Chocolate & Golden Syrup Oaty Snack Bar
McVitie's Hobnobs Milk Chocolate & Golden Syrup Oaty Snack Bar
McVitie's Hobnobs Milk Chocolate & Salted Caramel Oaty Snack Bar
M&S Honey Roast Ham & Cheddar Cheese Sandwich
Jacob's Mediterranean Pinch of Salt Crackers
Jacob's Mediterranean Tomato & Basil Flavour Crackers