Mixed Tartaric/Acetic/Fatty Acid Esters

Emulsifier

Also known as Mixed Tartaric Esters

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

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

E472f is mixed tartaric, acetic, and fatty acid esters of mono- and diglycerides, used as an emulsifier in baked goods. SANHA classifies E472f as Mushbooh because the fatty-acid source must be verified. 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. Without source disclosure the additive defaults to doubtful unless the product carries halal certification.

Common questions

Is E472f halal?

Mixed Tartaric/Acetic/Fatty Acid Esters (E472f) is classified doubtful. SANHA, ANIC 2018, and IFANCA classify it as doubtful.

What is E472f made from?

Mixed Tartaric/Acetic/Fatty Acid Esters (E472f) is commonly found in Bread and baked goods.

Found in

Breadbaked goods