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Is Calcium Stearoyl Fumarate vegetarian?

Calcium Stearoyl Fumarate

Calcium stearoyl fumarate is the calcium salt of a stearyl ester of fumaric acid, used as a dough conditioner and emulsifier. The stearic acid component may be sourced from plant or animal fats.

E number E486
INS number 486
Last reviewed 11 July 2026

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