Sorbitan Monolaurate
EATLABEL VERDICT
Caution Required
Daily intake limits or allergy advisory
-6 pts
Overview & Primary Purpose
Lipophilic ester of sorbitan and lauric acid used in confectionery fats and antifoam systems.
Official Category: Emulsifier & Stabilizer (유화제·증점안정제)
3-Nation (KR · US · EU) Regulatory Status
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South Korea (MFDS)
Approved
Approved sorbitan fatty acid ester
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United States (FDA)
Approved
FDA approved antifoam and emulsifier
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European Union (EFSA)
Approved
ADI 25 mg/kg bw
Commonly Found Foods
Fats and oilschocolate syrupsconfectionery
Safer Clean-Label Alternatives
✓ Vegetable monoglyceride
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