Acetylated Monoglycerides
EATLABEL VERDICT
Generally Safe
Verified food additive with low risk profile
0 pts deduction
Overview & Primary Purpose
Acetylated lipid forming a flexible, edible moisture and oxygen barrier over meat products.
Official Category: Emulsifier & Stabilizer (유화제·증점안정제)
3-Nation (KR · US · EU) Regulatory Status
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South Korea (MFDS)
Approved
Approved edible coating and plasticizer
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United States (FDA)
Approved
FDA GRAS flexible film former
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European Union (EFSA)
Approved
Authorized under E472a
Commonly Found Foods
Sausage protective filmsjerky coatingsconfectionery
Safer Clean-Label Alternatives
✓ Collagen film✓ Gelatin coating
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