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Is Citric Acid Esters of Mono- and Diglycerides of Fatty Acids vegan?

Citric Acid Esters of Mono- and Diglycerides of Fatty Acids

Unconfirmed

E472c consists of citric acid esters of mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids, used as emulsifiers and antioxidant synergists in food. The fatty acids may originate from animal or vegetable sources. They help stabilise emulsions and improve fat distribution in food products.

Also known as CITREM, Citric acid esters of monoglycerides, Citric acid monoglycerides, Citroglycerides
E number E472c
Last reviewed 16 April 2026

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