Comparing E495 - Sorbitan monopalmitate vs E492 - Sorbitan tristearate

Overview

E495 - Sorbitan monopalmitate

Sorbitan monopalmitate (E495) is an emulsifier that helps fat and water mix. It stabilizes textures in foods like spreads, sweets, and baked goods, and it works well with other emulsifiers to keep products smooth and uniform.

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E492 - Sorbitan tristearate

Sorbitan tristearate (E492) is a food additive used to help oil and water mix and stay mixed. It gives smoother textures and more stable foams and creams in many foods. It is widely used as an emulsifier and stabiliser in the EU.

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Synonyms
E495
Sorbitan monopalmitate
E492
Sorbitan tristearate
Functions
emulsifierstabilizer
emulsifierstabilizer
Origins
Plant
Animal
Synthetic
Plant
Animal
Synthetic
Products

Found in 0 products

Found in 447 products

Search rank & volume
#365250 / mo🇺🇸U.S.
#332420 / mo🇺🇸U.S.
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  1. How is sorbitan monostearate and sorbitan tristearate different?

    Sorbitan monostearate (E491) has one stearate group, while sorbitan tristearate (E492) has three; this makes E492 more hydrophobic (lower HLB) and better for water‑in‑oil/fat stabilization, whereas E491 has a higher HLB and broader emulsifier uses (e.g., bakery).

  2. What is sorbitan tristearate made from?

    It’s produced by esterifying sorbitan (from dehydrated sorbitol) with stearic acid, which is typically sourced from vegetable oils (e.g., palm/soy) and can also be from animal fats.

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