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Tristearin
Tristearin
Low concern
Glyceryl tristearate is permitted as a direct food additive under 21 CFR 172.811 for use as a multipurpose additive. Stearic acid-rich triglycerides are well-tolerated and digested into common fatty acids.
Found in
18 products
What it is
Tristearin (glyceryl tristearate) is a triglyceride formed from glycerol and three stearic acid units; a hard, white, naturally occurring fat.
Crystallization modifier, anti-caking, hardening agent for confections and chocolate; emulsifier carrier.
What regulators actually say
"Glyceryl tristearate may be safely used in food in accordance with the following prescribed conditions..."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
Permitted under 21 CFR 172.811
European Union — EFSA
Permitted as constituent of mono- and diglycerides (E471 family)
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