Is e477 the same as Propylene Glycol Esters of Fatty Acids?

Yes — e477 and Propylene Glycol Esters of Fatty Acids refer to the same ingredient in our catalogue.

Is propylene glycol esters the same as Propylene Glycol Esters of Fatty Acids?

Yes — propylene glycol esters and Propylene Glycol Esters of Fatty Acids refer to the same ingredient in our catalogue.

E477

Hazard level: Low health concern Thickener, stabiliser or emulsifier (E400–499)

Emulsifier in cakes and toppings.

Propylene Glycol Esters of Fatty Acids is considered low concern by food-safety agencies.

Score impact: −2 points on the FoodsScan score (FoodsScan scores run 0–100, where 100 is best.)

Found in 10 of 9,941 analysed products in the FoodsScan database.

Regulatory sources: EFSA

Propylene Glycol Esters of Fatty Acids is also known as e477, propylene glycol esters — these all refer to the same ingredient.

e477 propylene glycol esters

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