Is Sucrose Esters of Fatty Acids vegan?
Sucrose Esters of Fatty Acids
E473 consists of sucrose esters of fatty acids, produced by esterification of sucrose with fatty acids from animal or vegetable sources. They are used as nonionic emulsifiers and surfactants in food and cosmetics. Their properties depend on the degree of esterification and the fatty acid used.
Why unconfirmed?
Sucrose Esters of Fatty Acids can be either derived from animal, or non-animal sources. The ingredient name itself is identical either way, so the label alone can’t tell you which. Only a supplier declaration can.
| Also known as | 253-459-6, 37318-31-3, Sucrose fatty acid esters, Sucrose stearate, Sugar esters of fatty acids |
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| INCI name | Sucrose Esters of Fatty Acids |
| E number | E473 |
| INS number | 473 |
| CAS number | 25168-73-4 |
| EC number | 246-705-9 |
| CosIng ID | 80469 |
| Last verified | 16 April 2026 |
An ingredient is considered vegan if it contains no animal-derived components at any point in its production.
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