Polyglycerol esters

Also Known As : Polyglycerol esters of fatty acids (PGEs)/(E 475)

Descriptions
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Vegetarian

Usage Tips

Polyglycerol esters can be used as an emulsifier in production of baked goods like cakes, chewing gum, and in replacement of fats in products like margarine.

Common names and forms

Polyglycerolesters

Description

Polyglycerol esters are a combination of polyglycerol and natural fats(mainly from plant origin). It is produced by polymerization of glycerol followed by esterification with fatty acids (in the presence of an alkaline catalyst). It is in the form of light yellow to amber, oily to very viscous liquid or hard waxy solid. It is a kind of hydrophilic food emulsifier that produces strong emulsification effect for oils and fats.

Selection Guide

Check for the "use-by" date on the packaging of Polyglycerol esters.

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