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E444EmulsifierLow concern
Sucrose Acetate Isobutyrate
In plain words
The short version
SAIB — a heavy density-matching emulsifier for citrus-flavored beverages; replaced BVO in many reformulations.
Why it's green
It's widely considered safe at the amounts used in food, so we mark it green. The Safety section below has the details.
Safety profile
ADI of 0–10 mg/kg body weight (JECFA). Largely hydrolyzed in digestion to sucrose, acetic acid, and isobutyric acid — all normal dietary components. The fraction reaching the colon is fermented.
The detail
Educational information only. Not medical or dietary advice.