Sorbitan Mono Stearate E491

Product Description

Sorbitan Mono Stearate (E491) is a non-ionic, food-grade emulsifier and dispersing agent derived from sorbitol and stearic acid. It is widely used in the food industry to stabilize fat-water mixtures, improve texture, and enhance shelf life in high-fat and high-temperature processing systems.

Known for its excellent heat resistance, E491 is suitable for baking, frying, extrusion, and powdered food formulations. It appears as a white to slightly yellow waxy powder, dispersible in warm water and fully soluble in oils and fats.

• Composition: Sorbitol ester of stearic acid (purity ≥98%)
• Appearance: White to light yellow waxy powder
• Certifications: HACCP Certified, Laboratory Tested
• Suitability: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Kosher

Applications in the Food Industry

Bakery & Baked Goods

• Improves dough stability and gas retention in breads and sponge cakes
• Helps increase volume, softness, and shelf life
• Prevents fat separation in baked fillings and glazes

Confectionery

• Used in chocolate and compound coatings to improve gloss and flowability
• Helps control sugar bloom and fat migration in filled bars and candies
• Enhances uniformity in sugar-free and fat-rich candy bases

Ice Cream & Frozen Desserts

• stabilises fat dispersion in dairy and non-dairy ice creams
• Improves creaminess and prevents icy texture
• Works synergistically with other emulsifiers like GMS or lecithin

Powdered Drink & Instant Mixes

• Enhances wettability and dispersibility of powder mixes (e.g., cocoa, creamer)
• Used in encapsulated fat or flavour delivery systems

Processed & Fried Foods

• Used in high-temperature frying applications to control oil migration
• Improves crust formation and reduces sogginess in rehydrated snacks