E-number  · E476

E476 — Polyglycerol Polyricinoleate (PGPR)

Emulsifier from castor-bean oil. Vegan.

The entry Reference notes, kept short.

What it is

E476 (PGPR) is polyglycerol polyricinoleate, made from castor-bean oil (a plant source).

Why it matters

Used in chocolate (reduces the cocoa butter needed and improves flow), salad dressings, low-fat spreads.

What to do

Always vegan — the castor-bean-oil source means no animal-fat variability for this one.

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