Polyglycerol Polyricinoleate E476
polyglycerol ester — Primarily synthetic.
Polyglycerol esters of polycondensed fatty acids from castor oil
CAS: 29894-35-7
Factual Regulatory Reference
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? Did You Know?
Polyglycerol Polyricinoleate isn't just a food additive — it's also used in cosmetics.
To reach the Acceptable Daily Intake limit, a 60kg adult would need to consume approximately ~11 chocolate bars (typical content 0.3-0.5%) in a single day. (This is a mathematical illustration, not a safety recommendation.)
Detailed Regulatory Assessment
European Union (EFSA)
Maximum levels vary by food category; widely permitted in chocolate products
Official EFSA LinkUnited States (FDA)
GRAS status; widely used in chocolate manufacturing
Japan (MHLW)
Approved for general food use
Acceptable Daily Intake (ADI)
International Standard (JECFA)
mg/kg body weight per day
European Standard (EFSA)
Everyday Perspective
For a 60kg adult, this limit is roughly equivalent to consuming:
Natural Occurrence
This additive is not known to occur naturally in significant quantities.
Manufacturing
Produced by esterifying polyglycerol with condensed ricinoleic acid derived from castor bean oil. The resulting compound is an excellent emulsifier for chocolate systems.
Applications Beyond Food
Used in some cosmetic formulations