E-number database
E472a–f glycerol esters of mono- and diglycerides
The E472 letter series are esters of mono- and diglycerides (the same fat backbone as E471) with acetic, lactic, citric, tartaric, or mixed acids. Halal status follows the fat source, not the letter suffix.
| E-number | Codex INS | Name | Ruling |
|---|---|---|---|
| E472a | INS 472a | E472a–f (Esters of mono- and diglycerides) | Halal if verified · Source-dependent |
| E472b | INS 472b | Lactic acid esters of mono- and diglycerides | Not yet reviewed |
| E472c | INS 472c | Citric acid esters of mono- and diglycerides | Not yet reviewed |
| E472d | INS 472d | Tartaric acid esters of mono- and diglycerides | Not yet reviewed |
| E472e | INS 472e | Mono- and diacetyltartaric acid esters of mono- and diglycerides | Not yet reviewed |
| E472f | INS 472f | Mixed acetic and tartaric acid esters of mono- and diglycerides | Not yet reviewed |