PEG-40 Stearate; Polyethylene Glycol Stearate(in 4,778 products)
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Functions:
1. Anti-foaming Agent / Defoamer - Reduces or hinders the formation of foam.
2. Binder / Stabilizer - Retains the physical characteristics of food/cosmetics and ensure the mixture remains in an even state.
3. Emulsifier - Allows water and oils to remain mixed together to form an emulsion.
4. Surfactant - Reduces the surface tension to allow mixtures to be formed evenly. Emulsifier is a specific type of surfactant which allows two liquids to mix together evenly
Polyethylene Glycol Stearate is an ester of Stearic Acid (a naturally occurring fatty acid). Also referred to as Polyoxyethylene Stearate. Polyethylene Glycol is made from Ethylene Glycol monomers. This polymer then reacts with Stearic Acid to form Polyethylene Glycol Stearate.
As a food additive, it has E number 431. It can be found in bread to give a soft texture and may also be found in some wines.
It is approved to use as food additive in EU.
Scientific References:
1. PubChem: https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/24762
Regulatory References:
1. EU Approved Food Additive [2018]
- E431
Safety and Hazards (UN GHS):
1. Causes skin irritation (H315)
2. Causes serious eye irritation (H319)
3. May cause respiratory irritation (H335)
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