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Is Lactylated Fatty Acid Esters of Glycerol and Propylene Glycol vegan?

Lactylated Fatty Acid Esters of Glycerol and Propylene Glycol

Unconfirmed

E478 consists of lactylated fatty acid esters of glycerol and propane-1,2-diol, used as emulsifiers in food products. The fatty acids may originate from animal or vegetable sources. They function as emulsifiers and help improve the texture of baked goods.

Also known as Glycerol propylene glycol lactylated fatty acid esters, Lactylated fatty acid esters of glycerol and propane-1,2-diol
E number E478
Last reviewed 16 April 2026

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