Antioxidant E304(i)

Also Known As : Ascorbyl palmitate, E304

Descriptions
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Vegetarian

Usage Tips

Antioxidant E304(i) may be included in products like processed meat, cereal and margarine.
It can also be found in sausages.

Common names and forms

Antioxidant (304)

Description

The antioxidant E304(i) is a fatty acid ester of ascorbic acid and it is produced by the esterification of the fatty acid palmitate and ascorbic acid. It is white or yellowish-white solid. E304(i) is used as a synthetic antioxidant in food and drink products. It may not be right for vegetarians because the palmitic acid used to produce it may be derived from animal fat.

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