Sorbitan Monostearate
EATLABEL VERDICT
Caution Required
Daily intake limits or allergy advisory
-6 pts
Overview & Primary Purpose
Protects active dry yeast during rehydration and retards fat bloom in chocolate coatings.
Official Category: Emulsifier & Stabilizer (유화제·증점안정제)
3-Nation (KR · US · EU) Regulatory Status
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South Korea (MFDS)
Approved
Standard yeast rehydration emulsifier
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United States (FDA)
Approved
FDA GRAS for active dry yeast
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European Union (EFSA)
Approved
Authorized anti-blooming agent
Commonly Found Foods
Active dry yeastcompound chocolateimitation creams
Safer Clean-Label Alternatives
✓ Sunflower lecithin
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