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E473EmulsifierLow concern
Sucrose Esters of Fatty Acids
In plain words
The short version
Sucrose-derived emulsifiers — used in beverages, baking, and pharmaceutical formulations.
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 40 mg/kg body weight (combined sucrose esters and sucroglycerides). Considered safe at typical use levels. Hydrolyzes in digestion to sucrose and fatty acids, both normal nutritional components.
The detail
Educational information only. Not medical or dietary advice.