E-number  · E472a

E472a — Acetic acid esters of mono- and diglycerides

Sub-class of E472. Same considerations — usually plant in modern UK production.

The entry Reference notes, kept short.

What it is

E472a is the acetic-acid ester of the mono- and diglycerides covered by E471. The fatty-acid source is the same and applies the same considerations.

What to do

See the main [E472 entry](/wiki/e472) for the family-level discussion. Default vegan in modern UK production, ask for premium products.

Sources Where the entry is drawn from.
  • Vegan Society additives database