Additives
Stearyl Citrate (E484): What It Is and Is It Safe?
Safe
Sequestrant / Emulsifier
The citric-acid ester of stearyl alcohol, used as a sequestrant and antioxidant synergist that binds trace metals in fats and oils, and as a minor emulsifier. It is hydrolysed to citric acid and stearyl alcohol and shows no toxicity at use levels.
- Category
- Sequestrant / Emulsifier
- Typically used in
- Metal sequestrant and antioxidant synergist in fats, oils and margarine.
- Regulatory status
- Not authorised in the EU; JECFA-evaluated. Codex INS 484.
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