Mono- and Diglycerides of Fatty Acids
CAS Number: 67701-33-1
Mono- and diglycerides (E471) are partial glycerol esters of edible fatty acids, serving as versatile emulsifiers and crumb softeners in baked goods, margarine, ice cream, and peanut butter. With HLB values ranging 2–6 depending on fatty acid composition, they improve fat dispersion, extend product softness, and enhance freeze-thaw stability. Available as beads, flakes, or powder with various IV (iodine value) grades.
Technical Specifications
| appearance | White to ivory beads, flakes, or powder |
| melting point (°C) | 60–70 |
| acid value (mg KOH/g) | ≤6 |
| iodine value (g I/100g) | ≤3 (saturated grade) |
| monoglyceride content (%) | ≥40.0 |
Applications
- Bread and bakery goods crumb softening and shelf-life extension
- Margarine and spread emulsification
- Ice cream and frozen dessert stabilization
- Pasta anti-sticking and texture improvement
- Peanut butter oil separation prevention
Key Features
- Dual W/O and O/W emulsification capability depending on concentration
- Significantly improves bread volume and crumb softness
- Distilled monoglyceride (DMG) grade ≥90% available for enhanced performance
- EU E471 approved, GRAS status, Kosher and Halal certifiable
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67701-33-1
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