Acetic Acid Esters of Mono/Diglycerides

Emulsifier

Also known as Acetic Acid Esters of Mono- and Diglycerides

SANHA, ANIC 2018, and IFANCA all classify this as doubtful.

Based on 3 cited authorities. Confidence: medium.

What authorities say

3 authorities on record

3say Doubtful

Saying Doubtful3 of 3

SANHA

Status: Mushbooh

ANIC 2018

Questionable. Halal only when the source is plant

IFANCA

Listed among “questionable ingredients — investigate further” in IFANCA's Halal Shopper's Guide to Ingredients; the source may be animal or plant.

Why this verdict

E472a is acetic acid esters of mono- and diglycerides (acetem), used as an emulsifier in whipped toppings, baked goods, and processed cheese. SANHA classifies E472a as Mushbooh, and ANIC 2018 classifies the E472 family as Mushbooh, halal only when the source is plant. The mono- and diglycerides can be plant-derived or animal-derived, and the source is rarely disclosed on labels. Without that information the additive defaults to doubtful unless the product carries halal certification.

Food-safety note

Permitted as an emulsifier in Australia and New Zealand under the Food Standards Code (Schedule 15). An acetic-acid ester of the common emulsifier E471, used in whipped toppings and baked goods; assessed safe at the levels used in food. (Source: FSANZ; Food Standards Code Schedule 15.)

Common questions

Is E472a halal?

Acetic Acid Esters of Mono/Diglycerides (E472a) is classified doubtful. SANHA, ANIC 2018, and IFANCA classify it as doubtful.

What is E472a made from?

Acetic Acid Esters of Mono/Diglycerides (E472a) is commonly found in Baked goods and whipped toppings.

Found in

Baked goodswhipped toppings