Polysorbates(E432-E436)
Level 4 — Significant concernsIn Winter's Dictionary
Polysorbates is a emulsifier — Family of widely-used emulsifiers and stabilizers (polysorbate 20 through 85)
What it does
Family of widely-used emulsifiers and stabilizers (polysorbate 20 through 85)
Where you'll see it
vitamins, pickle products, gelatin desserts/mixes, finished table salt (10 ppm), cottage cheese mixtures, barbecue sauces, special diet foods, caviar, wine
What the research says
Per European Parliament 2009: extended use may cause damage to health. Contain residues of ethylene oxide and ethylene glycols; can increase absorption of fat-dissolving substances and modify digestion of various substances.
Regulatory status
- US FDA: ASP
- EU: approved
- Notes: European Parliament 2009 noted concerns
Sources
- A Consumer's Dictionary of Food Additives (Winter): These are widely used emulsifiers and stabilizers... Polysorbates contain harmful residues (ethylene oxide, ethylene glycols), can increase the absorption of fat-dissolving substances, and modify the digestion of various substances