Comparing E445 - Glycerol esters of wood rosin vs E443 - Brominated vegetable oil
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Popular questions
Is ester gum bad for you?
No—at permitted food levels it’s considered safe; EFSA set an acceptable daily intake of 25 mg/kg body weight, and typical exposures from beverages are well below this.
What is ester gum in drinks?
It’s a weighting agent/emulsifier that keeps citrus flavor oils evenly dispersed in soft drinks, preventing separation and “ringing” at the surface; it’s often used as an alternative to brominated vegetable oil.
Is ester gum vegan?
It’s derived from wood rosin (from pine trees) reacted with glycerol; while the rosin is plant-based, glycerol can be plant-, animal-, or synthetic-derived, so vegan status depends on the supplier—check manufacturer or certification.
What is ester gum made of?
Glycerol esters of wood rosin—produced by reacting refined wood rosin (rosin acids from pine) with glycerol and then purifying the product.
What is ester gum used for?
Mainly to emulsify and weight citrus oils in soft drinks so they stay uniformly mixed; it’s also used in chewing gum and some desserts as a stabilizer.
What foods contain brominated vegetable oil?
Mostly citrus-flavored soft drinks and occasionally sports/energy drinks in markets where it’s permitted; it’s rarely used in solid foods. Many brands have reformulated or it’s not allowed in some regions (e.g., EU, Japan), so check the ingredient list for “brominated vegetable oil” or E443.
Does coca-cola contain brominated vegetable oil?
No—The Coca‑Cola Company says it no longer uses brominated vegetable oil in its beverages (earlier formulations like some Powerade varieties were reformulated). Always verify by checking the ingredient list for your specific product and market.
What is brominated vegetable oil used for?
It’s a density-adjusting emulsifier that keeps citrus flavor oils evenly suspended in soft drinks so they don’t separate. Alternatives used for the same purpose include SAIB (E444) and glycerol ester of wood rosin (E445).
What drinks contain brominated vegetable oil?
Historically, some citrus-flavored sodas and certain sports/energy drinks used it, but many brands have removed it or it’s not permitted in some regions. If present, it will appear on the label as “brominated vegetable oil” or E443.
What foods have brominated vegetable oil?
Primarily citrus-flavored soft drinks (and occasionally sports/energy drinks); it’s uncommon in other food categories. Presence varies by country and brand, so check labels for “brominated vegetable oil” or E443.