ACETEM (E472a)
Acetic acid esters of mono-/diglycerides • E472a
Food additive **E472a**. Lipophilic, non‑ionic emulsifier. Handle molten product (≈ 60–70 °C) with care; avoid dust from powders. RSPO palm and non‑palm origins available. Confirm local labeling for vegan/allergen and additive declarations.
Acetyl value (as % acetic)
≈ 7–15%
Acid value
≤ 6.0 mg KOH/g
Saponification value
≈ 380–460 mg KOH/g
Iodine value
≤ 10 g I₂/100 g
Peroxide value
≤ 2.0 meq O₂/kg
Slip melting point
≈ 45–65 °C
Representative ranges; exact targets depend on fatty acid profile and acetylation level. Shipped material conforms to the COA for the lot.
| Parameter | Typical | Spec |
|---|---|---|
| Acetyl value (as % acetic) | 8–12% | 7–13% |
| Acid value | ≤ 4.0 mg KOH/g | ≤ 6.0 mg KOH/g |
| Peroxide value | ≤ 1.0 meq O₂/kg | ≤ 2.0 meq O₂/kg |
| Moisture | ≤ 1.0% | ≤ 1.5% |
| Appearance | White to off‑white flakes/powder | — |
| Parameter | Typical | Spec |
|---|---|---|
| Acetyl value (as % acetic) | 12–15% | ≥ 12% |
| Slip melting point | ≈ 55–65 °C | as ordered |
| Function | Aeration/whipping, anti‑spattering | — |
| Peroxide value | ≤ 2.0 meq O₂/kg | ≤ 2.0 meq O₂/kg |
| Appearance | White beads/flake | — |
| Parameter | Typical | Spec |
|---|---|---|
| Slip melting point | ≈ 35–45 °C | as ordered |
| Acetyl value | 8–12% | 7–13% |
| Form | Beads / pastilles / powder | as ordered |
| Use | Easy dosing, low‑temp processing | — |
| Peroxide value | ≤ 2.0 meq O₂/kg | ≤ 2.0 meq O₂/kg |
| Parameter | Typical | Spec |
|---|---|---|
| Origin | Rapeseed / sunflower | as ordered |
| Acetyl value | 8–12% | 7–13% |
| Trans fat | ND | Meets local limits |
| Certifications | Halal/Kosher/Non‑GMO | as ordered |
| Appearance | White beads/flake | — |
| Applications | Packaging | Storage & Handling |
|---|---|---|
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• Bakery cakes and sponges (fine crumb, anti‑staling in systems with DMG/SSL).
• Non‑dairy and UHT toppings/whipping creams (aeration, foam stability). • Margarines/shortenings (crystallization control, anti‑spattering). • Confectionery/fats (dispersion, viscosity tuning alongside lecithin/CITREM). |
• 25 kg food‑grade bags/cartons • 20–25 kg boxes (beads/pastilles).
• 500–1000 kg big bags (flakes/powder) • custom. |
• Store cool, dry; protect from moisture and odors.
• Melt gently (≈ 60–70 °C); avoid overheating and localized scorching. • Follow SDS; ensure good ventilation when handling powders. |
When sending an RFQ, specify **acetyl value target**, **form (flakes/powder/beads)**, **origin (palm/non‑palm)**, slip melting point preference, and certification needs (RSPO, Halal, Kosher, Non‑GMO).