Sucroglyceride
Sucroglycerides are substances used in the manufacture of food. They are known in the E number scheme as E474.[1]
Synopsis
Sucroglycerides have been known at least since 1963.[2]
Sucroglycerides are obtained through a reaction between
isopropanol and ethyl acetate.[1]
Sucroglycerides are employed as an
thickener, and may be used in dairy based drinks, such as chocolate milk, eggnog, drinking yoghurt, beverage whiteners, or in dairy based desserts such as ice cream, yoghurt, sorbets, fruit based desserts, cocoa mixes, chewing gum, rice pudding or tapioca pudding. Processed meat, egg based desserts like custard, soups and broths, sauces also may be treated with sucroglycerides.[1]
Goops and supplements for "weight reduction", infants or youth, "sport" or "electrolyte" drinks, and particulated drinks like cider, fruit wine, mead or spirituous drinks may also be treated with sucroglycerides.[1]