Comparing E481 - Sodium stearoyl-2-lactylate vs E322II - Partially hydrolyzed lecithin

Overview

E481 - Sodium stearoyl-2-lactylate

Sodium stearoyl-2-lactylate (E481) is a food emulsifier that helps water and fat mix smoothly. Bakers use it to strengthen dough, improve volume and crumb, and keep bread softer for longer. It is authorised for use in both the U.S. and the EU under specific regulations.

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E322II - Partially hydrolyzed lecithin

Partially hydrolyzed lecithin (E322II) is a form of lecithin that has been gently split to make it disperse better in water. It is mainly used as an emulsifier and antioxidant to keep foods smooth, stable, and fresh-tasting. You’ll often find it in chocolate, baked goods, spreads, and instant mixes.

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Synonyms
E481
Sodium stearoyl-2-lactylate
Sodium stearoyl lactylate
E322ii
Partially hydrolyzed lecithin
Functions
emulsifierstabilizer
emulsifierstabilizer
Origins
Plant
Animal
Plant
Animal
Products

Found in 6,552 products

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Popular questions

  1. Is sodium stearoyl lactylate dairy?

    No—despite the name, it isn’t a dairy ingredient and contains no milk proteins or lactose; it’s made from lactic acid (from fermentation, not milk) and stearic acid.

  2. Is sodium stearoyl lactylate bad for you?

    It’s considered safe at permitted food-use levels by regulators (e.g., FDA and EU), and most people tolerate it well; adverse effects are uncommon at typical dietary intakes.

  3. Is sodium stearoyl lactylate vegan?

    Not always—stearic acid can come from either animal fat or vegetable oils, so vegans should verify the source with the manufacturer.

  4. What is sodium stearoyl lactylate made of?

    It’s a mixture of sodium salts of stearoyl lactylic acids, produced from lactic acid and stearic acid.

  5. How is sodium stearoyl lactylate made?

    It’s made by esterifying stearic acid with lactic acid, then partially neutralizing the product with sodium hydroxide or sodium carbonate to form the sodium salts.

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