Succinylated Monoglycerides (E472G): What It Is and Is It Safe?
Mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids esterified with succinic acid, used as dough strengtheners and emulsifiers. They are digested to fatty acids, glycerol and succinic acid, all normal dietary components, and show no toxicity at use levels. Only E472a to E472f are authorised in the EU; the succinylated form is permitted in some other countries.
- Category
- Emulsifier
- Typically used in
- Dough strengthener and emulsifier in bread, cakes and dairy analogues.
- Regulatory status
- Not in the EU authorised list, which covers only E472a to E472f; permitted in the US and other countries. Codex INS 472g.
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