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E493EmulsifierLow concern
Sorbitan Monolaurate
In plain words
The short version
Span 20 — a higher-HLB sorbitan emulsifier for oil-in-water systems and yeast aeration.
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 25 mg/kg body weight (combined sorbitan esters). Hydrolyzed in digestion to sorbitol and lauric acid — both normal dietary components.
The detail
Educational information only. Not medical or dietary advice.