E493 — Sorbitan Monolaurate

Used as: Emulsifier

Why is it used?

Sorbitan Monolaurate is used in food as emulsifier.

EU status

Authorised as a food additive in the EU (Regulation 1333/2008).

How it appears on a label

• “E493”
• “Sorbitan Monolaurate”

General label information, not medical advice. See our disclaimer.