PGPR

Emulsifier

  • Questionable

Definition

An emulsifier made from castor oil that is used in candy as a cheaper alternative to cocoa butter and helps reduce the thickness of the chocolate.

Also Known As

Polyglycerol Polyricinoleate, E476, Glyceran esters of condensed castor oil fatty acids, Polyglycerol esters of polycondensed fatty acids from castor oil, Condensed castor oil esters

Health Impact

The studies currently done on PGPR have not uncovered any known harmful effects of consuming PGPR in humans or animals.

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